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Job Description Transportation Associate (1 Permanent &1 Contract) ( **Job Number:**

WAR0102J1 ) **Primary Location**

: CA-ON-Guelph **Description**

**Value Proposition**

As a leading partner in healthcare, Medline Canada's sole purpose is Together Improving Lives this means being deeply committed to the health and well-being of our customers, employees, partners and our communities. We employ a diverse group of top talent focused on growing and making a difference in the lives of Canadians, coast-to-coast.

Compensation is only one part of the Employee Value Proposition that Medline Canada offers our employees. As part of our mission, we offer one of the most competitive and engaging employee experience programs in Canada, which includes:

* Collaborative work environment with highly engaged employees

* Market competitive compensation and benefits plan, including LTD & Insurance

* DPSP match program

* Annual Employee Appreciation Week

* Paid vacation and personal days

* Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources supporting mental, physical, family and financial well-being

* Career growth and training programs

* Open communication with Senior Leaders

* Tailored incentives for eligible employee groups, such as home office reimbursement and Sylvan Learning Centre credit

* Employee referral program

* Education support programs

* Fitness subsidy

* Recognition programs

* Social activities

* And much more

**JOB SUMMARY**

Reporting to the Transportation Manager, the Transportation Specialist is responsible for facilitating smooth flow of Medline freight inbound and outbound. Additionally, they are also responsible for assisting with general transportation inquiries, carrier issues and escalations.

**Duration: 1 Permanent and 1 Six Month Contract**

**Location: Guelph Distribution Center**

**CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES**

* Respond to transportation related general inquiries (internal and external)

* Review and record carrier compliance to internal policies

* Recording carrier investigations and maintaining failure log

* Facilitate movement of Medline shipments

* Data collection and recording

* Preparing and maintaining various reports for the Manager

* Coordinate all incoming freight with receiving team

* Other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**

**QUALIFICATIONS**

* College Diploma or equivalent

* Minimum 1-2 years of logistics experience

* Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

* Strong listening and problem resolution skills; strong organizational skills; ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with dedication to meeting deadlines.

* Excellent work ethic and a positive attitude

* Ability to work as part of a team with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment

* Experience with SAP considered an asset.

**About Medline Canada**

Medline Canada stands at the forefront of healthcare, providing expertise and a breadth of solutions for every care setting. With 550+ employees, including 100 dedicated sales and clinical professionals and eight distribution centres located coast-to-coast, Medline Canada is proud to serve the entire continuum of care.

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity**

Medline Canada is committed to diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons/persons of colour and those who identify as women, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ+ persons.

**Our commitment to Accessibility**

Medline Canada is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We endeavor to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact ...@medline.com.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.