Freight Coordinator (Rail & Ocean)
IDj-7627
Job TypeDirect Hire
Compensation$55000 - $60000 / yr
Our client is hiring a Freight Coordinator (Rail & Ocean) for their Mississauga location — This hands-on logistics role is responsible for coordinating rail, ocean, and cross-border shipments while ensuring freight moves efficiently and on time
You will work closely with carriers, terminals, customs partners, and internal teams. You will manage shipment execution, resolve transportation issues, maintain visibility across the supply chain, and support the smooth movement of freight throughout North America.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to make a direct operational impact within the transportation and supply chain industry.
Freight Coordinator (Rail & Ocean) – Details
- Full-time - Onsite schedule: Monday–Friday
- Salary up to $65,000/ year
- Benefits eligibility after 90 days
- Discretionary bonus program
- Location: Mississauga, ON
- Limited travel (within Canada)
Freight Coordinator (Rail & Ocean) – Responsibilities
- Execute and manage sales and purchase contracts, ensuring shipment status is accurately tracked and updated throughout the logistics lifecycle
- Coordinate closely with internal facilities to plan loadings, issue instructions, and support efficient movement and storage of goods
- Liaise with rail providers, shipping lines, freight partners, transloaders, and terminals to ensure timely and cost-effective execution
- Monitor inbound and outbound shipments in transit, maintaining visibility and proactively addressing risks or delays
- Prepare weekly logistics reports and monthly projection summaries to support planning and decision-making
- Identify risks and opportunities within the logistics flow, escalating issues and proposing practical solutions
- Support logistics-related projects and new initiatives as they arise
- Maintain compliance with internal safety policies and operational standards
Freight Coordinator (Rail & Ocean) – Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Supply Chain, International Trade, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
- 2–4+ years of hands-on logistics experience with direct involvement in rail shipments (CN/CP) and exposure to ocean freight
- Proven experience executing shipments end-to-end — including booking, tracking, and resolving issues with carriers
- Experience with export shipments and cross-border logistics is strongly preferred
- Strong Excel skills with the ability to track shipments, manage data, and support operational reporting
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, execution-driven environment with shifting priorities and tight timelines
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work directly with carriers, terminals, and internal teams
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving shipment issues
- Self-starter who takes ownership of their work and can operate both independently and within a team