Job Description
The
Operations Specialist serves as the primary point of contact for both customers and Sunbury Professional Drivers, ensuring that Kent Distribution Centre/Sunbury Fleet operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and with a high level of customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate, confirm and dispatch all loads.
- Manage productivity of your fleet, ensuring appropriate level of miles and revenue are generated by each individual Driver, while taking into consideration strict Hours of Service regulations.
- Efficiently manage maintenance program.
- Ensure all pertinent system information is entered accurately and in a timely way to assist in managing the payroll and billing process.
- Professionally handle and manage all issues raised by Drivers.
- Manage availability of Drivers, and equipment to maximize efficient utilization, to influence cost saving opportunities and to exceed customer expectations.
- Promote and support all safety initiatives when performing roles and responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Successfully completion of a bachelor's degree is required.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Must be team oriented and an independent self-starter.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Experience TMW would be an asset.
- Experience in the Transportation industry would be considered an asset.
- Ability to speak French would be considered an asset.
About Us
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.
About The Team
Sunbury Transport is a premier transportation company, specializing in US and Canadian cross-border shipments as well as domestic Canadian shipments, offering logistics services and managing freight via truckload van, flatbed, bulk materials and container service. We draw on exceptional teams – in the office and on the road – to provide diverse and innovative trucking and logistics solutions.
