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About the role

  • Ocean import team lead overseeing shipment operations, carriers, customer communication, and cost control. Supporting DSV’s global transport and logistics services in Saint-Laurent.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the processing, movement, and monitoring of all shipments while in transit
  • Supervise shipment handling in compliance with DSV corporate guidelines and government regulations
  • Communicate directly with customers, overseas offices, and carriers
  • Manage and coordinate shipments daily
  • Direct day-to-day desk-level operations of the Operations Department
  • Champion processes and procedures to meet or exceed company KPI requirements
  • Establish and coordinate carrier schedules and tender shipments
  • Prepare and publish reports as requested
  • Mentor and train new staff
  • Identify problems proactively and implement appropriate solutions
  • Manage shipment cost containment
  • Evaluate shipments, consolidate loads, and select cost-effective delivery methods
  • Communicate with customers regarding relevant issues and resolutions
  • Manage new account implementation from standard operating procedure through execution
  • Support ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certification commitments at the Montreal location
  • Perform tasks supporting quality, health, safety, and environmental objectives and targets
  • Follow DSV policies, procedures, guidelines, and Quality Health Safety Environment requirements
  • Promote sustainability, health, and safety in day-to-day activities

Requirements

  • Education in supply chain logistics, international transportation, or a related field of study
  • Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a freight forwarding environment
  • CIFFA certificate, an asset
  • Dangerous Goods certification, an asset
  • Proven ability to plan, organize, and establish priorities to meet goals and achieve results
  • Good command of English, verbally and in writing
  • Proficient in both English and French
  • Above average customer service skills
  • Demonstrated leadership and management skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to manage tight deadlines
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Attention to detail and punctuality
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
  • CargoWise experience, an asset
  • Ability to communicate effectively in a diverse multicultural environment
  • Ability to work prolonged periods sitting and standing at a desk and working on a computer

Benefits

  • Inclusive workplace and diversity commitment
  • Accommodation support throughout the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities
  • Regular working hours, with additional hours when required by business needs

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Location requirements

OnsiteSaint LaurentCanada

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