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Are you thinking about advancing your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Mississauga, ON site is looking for a new Transportation Specialist to join our Contract Logistics team. 

How you create impact

Reporting to the Distribution Manager, you will be responsible for the after care of outbound shipments, and reverse logistics shipments.  Ensuring a high quality of customer service, meeting the transportation requirements of the client as well as the end user while adhering to the standards of Health Canada and GxP requirements and guidelines.

• Coordinate transportation shipments in accordance with client requirements, Health Canada regulations, GMP, GxP, and Kuehne+Nagel QSHE standards.
• Manage shipment routing, carrier coordination, and transportation performance monitoring.
• Ensure on-time delivery, shipment confirmation, and timely collection of Proofs of Delivery (PODs).
• Investigate and resolve shipment discrepancies, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Act as the key liaison between warehouse operations, clients, carriers, end users, and internal management teams.
• Report, document, and escalate transportation deviations in compliance with regulatory and company guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and compliant transportation records, SOPs, work instructions, and system documentation.
• Ensure data integrity within the Transportation Management System (TMS) and shared documentation platforms.
• Support transportation projects and ensure vendor compliance with GxP and quality requirements.
• Prioritize multiple tasks effectively while managing high-volume communications and supporting operational coverage as needed.

“If you require accommodation during the recruitment/interview process, please let us know and we will work with you.”

Note: This posting is for an active vacancy and not a talent pool.

What we would like you to bring

• 3+ years of experience in pharmaceutical logistics. (preferably within a 3PL environment.)
• 3+ years of experience in freight forwarding, transportation, or shipping operations.
• Knowledge of Health Canada regulations and pharmaceutical distribution requirements.
• Strong understanding of GMP guidelines and compliance standards related to pharmaceutical products.
• Ability to manage transportation exceptions and coordinate timely resolutions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple competing demands.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

What's in it for you

At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The salary range for this position is between $57,000.00 and $70,000.00. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and dental benefits, a retirement savings plan, and tuition reimbursement. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-ONSITE #LI-MB1

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