For over 150 years, I. H. Mathers has been a trusted supplier of highly efficient, marine, logistics and personnel services. We offer a comprehensive range of services including freight forwarding, customs brokerage, marine agency, project logistics, cargo handling, warehousing and marine personnel.

As a leading Freight Forwarding company, we believe in providing our clients with customized solutions and pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service.

We are searching for a Logistics Assistant - Freight to join our team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. To be truly successful in this position, you must have a positive attitude, a desire to work with the public and the ability to quickly shift focus.

Our winning team, comprised of experienced and talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, demonstrates a passion and dedication to our clients and to each other. As a part of this team, you'll have the opportunity to face challenges head on and you'll be supported throughout your career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process payables
• Obtain and negotiate rates from carriers and agents as requested by the team/manager
• Process client invoices
• Process and distribute vendor and client statements of account
• Process motorhomes transactions
• Update records/files in the CargoWise system
• Follow ISO and OHSAS procedures and requirements
• Support business development activities
• Provide on-call support for afterhours as required

Key Skills:

• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Able to manage pressure and meet deadlines
• Effective problem solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)

Qualifications:

• Freight forwarding and/or logistics experience is preferred
• CIFFA Professional Freight Forwarder (PFF) designation an asset
• Familiarity with CargoWise Freight Management System an asset
• Knowledge of Trade rules and regulations
• Previous experience in a freight forwarding / logistics role is preferred

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply by sending a Word version of your resume quoting MLLAF-25 to: [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.