Coordinator, Traffic

About Apotex Inc.

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.

For more information visit: www.apotex.com.

Job Summary

Responsible for partnering with customers (internal and external) to provide consultation and advice regarding the movement of goods, materials and samples globally in the most efficient & cost-effective manner as per the department and corporate strategic direction and plan, ensuring the delivery of quality product to the customer.

Acts as a key resource and subject matter expert on traffic processes and shipment requirements to coordinate and prepare all required & logistical and regulatory documentation related to the movement of freight globally.

Job Responsibilities

• Generate and coordinate all documentation related to the transport of goods and materials globally. Review and confirm all logistical documents are completed accurately & efficiently and filed in an organised filing system.
• Identify and escalate issues to senior coordinate and management if necessary.
• Collaborate with internal departments/customers and act as a resource to assist in the preparation/coordination of documents & scheduling/status notification of shipments globally to ensure effective utilization of freight forwarder services in a cost effective and timely manner. Ensure proactive follow up on critical high priority shipments, communicating and providing visibility to internal stakeholders.
• Educates and coaches internal stakeholders on traffic processes and shipment requirements
• Communicate with freight forwarder/broker to coordinate shipment instructions and investigate shipmentrregularities. Act as an SME to provide detailed timelines for traffic investigations to internal stakeholders.
• Participate in the development of long term planning to support corporate goals, investigate new technologies, recommend process improvement opportunities and propose more economical traffic patterns to enhance customer service & reduce expenses; Implement and/or support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate with internal departments to update and maintain customer profile/shipping instructions in SAP and all related databases.
• Create and maintain internal Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions and ensure all procedures with external partners are current.
• Ensure that all shipments are complete with required documentation and oversee the entire shipment process utilizing internal/external systems.
• Update skill database as per role competencies.
• Performs all work in accordance with all established regulatory and compliance and safety requirements.
• Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
• Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
• Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education

• College or University in a related Logistics discipline
• FITT, APICS, CITT or P. Log an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage pressure and meet strict deadlines,
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Must be detail oriented and accurate when processing documentation
• Proactive, positive, enthusiastic and self-driven
• Working knowledge of shipping documentation requirements.
• Working knowledge of SAP

Experience

• 3 years minimum experience in the transportation/customs and logistics industry.

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment, where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of the recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require accommodation.

The hiring range for this position is $55,138.14 to $77,193.40 CAD per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary. Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.

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This job posting is for a role that is currently available and vacant at Apotex.