Freight Coordinator (Rail)

Our client is seeking a Freight Coordinator (Rail) at their Mississauga location to support the hands-on execution and management of rail-based shipments across their North American network.

This is a highly operational role where you’ll take ownership of keeping shipments moving — from booking and tracking to resolving day-to-day issues as they arise. You’ll be directly involved in rail and ocean logistics, working closely with carriers, terminals, and internal teams to ensure shipments move efficiently and on schedule.

Freight Coordinator (Rail) – 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) – 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) – 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