Logistics Assistant (Contract)

Midland Transport is currently seeking a Logistics Assistant (Contract) based in our office in Macon, GA. Alternatively, the role may be based out of Dieppe, NB, Jamestown, ND, Toronto, ON, or Montreal, QC, depending on the candidate’s location. The selected candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a “Can Do” attitude. This is a contract role for 6 months.

Benefits To Joining Midland: 

• A dynamic, safe, and rewarding work environment
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
• Growth and progression opportunities within Midland Transport and large network of the JD Irving group of companies

• Set load and delivery appointments for trucking shipments 
• Interface with Logistics Planners, Customers, Shippers and Receivers to meet business needs 
• Trade Management System: Update loading and delivery times requested by customers/receivers
• Monitor and vet appointment change requests and document accordingly
• Use Customer Delivery Status Portals
• Monitor and cleanup of missing information relating to system issues on daily management dashboards

• Education Required: High School Diploma
• Years of Transportation Experience Required: 0 to 2 years
• Exceptional Customer service skills
• Able to work within a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to multi-task in order to ensure that the customers, carriers and teammate needs are met in a timely fashion
• Willingness to learn
• Communication, Organizational and Time Management Skills
• Attention to detail
• Familiarity with all Microsoft Office Applications
• Mercury Gate or general Transportation Management System (TMS) experience is an asset

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.