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Compass Minerals America Inc. HWY Logistics Specialist in Goderich, Ontario
Description
Explore the potential of being part of something Clearly Essential!
Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 11 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products.
We are currently hiring a Logistics Coordinator to join the HWY Supply Chain Team based at our Goderich Mine facility in Goderich, ON.
Compass Minerals’ Goderich Salt Mine, located 1,800 feet under Lake Huron, is the largest underground salt mine in the world. The mine is as deep as the CN Tower in Toronto is tall. The rock salt produced at the mine is used to keep citizens in North America safe as they travel through winter snow and ice. The salt is shipped to hundreds of communities around the Great Lakes and along the St. Lawrence Seaway. Some of the salt is trucked to the Compass Minerals plant less than 4 kilometers away, to be packaged for distribution and sale at retailers in North America. The salt is also sold in bulk to manufacturers that make plastics, detergents, disinfectants and other important products.
Goderich is named Canada’s Prettiest Town and is best known for its stunning sunsets. Goderich is a lakeside community of 8,000 people located approximately 1.5 hours from London and Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario.
How will you contribute to the team?
Reporting to the Sr. Logistics Manager, this position is responsible for assisting the HWY Supply Chain Team in the execution of logistics services where and when needed for Compass Minerals HWY customers. These services will primarily be in, but not limited to, Ontario and Quebec. This position will be the primary resource to assist in communicating requirements and expectations to suppliers in Quebec.
To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following
Implementing and monitoring programs as directed by the Sr. Logistics Manager and seeing the programs through to completion.
Ontario & Quebec Logistics & Supply Chain support creating, updating and maintaining documents and spreadsheets to execute requirements.
Daily order fulfillment planning with Sales team, logistics & supply chain.
Provide vessel planning back-up for holidays, sickness and/or leave for Sr. Logistics Manager.
Ensure all depot and carrier contracts are in place, in compliance, and kept current.
Organizing & reviewing logistics invoices for Managers Approval.
Provides necessary cost information for timely and efficient bidding.
Participate in developing Supplier relationships for assigned areas and ensures Suppliers have connectivity to business requirements/forecast.
Provide all cross-border documentation.
Participate in generating Supplier scorecards and reviewing performance with Suppliers to ensure Supplier contribution and accountability.
Document all rates and Supplier support information necessary to enter Suppliers info into systems.
Identifies and eliminates waste from internal supply chain processes allowing for improved efficiencies and effectiveness.
Overtime is occasionally needed during busy season, or as conditions warrant.
Perform other related duties as required.
What should you bring to the role?
Completed OSSD or equivalent.
Degree or College Diploma in Business or Logistics related studies or 2-3 years’ Logistics/Finance experience.
Direct experience utilizing a Transportation Management System is helpful.
Good command of MS Office (Excel and Word) with an ability to quickly learn new software.
Working experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards and Enterprise One (Oracle) is an asset.
Prior roles working as a Business Analyst is beneficial.
Fluency in French and English.
What will you like about us?
C ompensation and Benefits : We offer a competitive compensation package along with medical, dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
Rest and Relaxation: Paid vacation, paid sick and personal floating days.
Prepare for your Future: Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company contribution.
Shared Core Values : Our employees share five Core Values in all we do: Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Value Creation and High Performance.
Safety : We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment as we strive toward Zero Harm for our employees, customers and communities.
Meaningful Work : What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes. We responsibly transform Earth’s natural resources to deliver products that help keep people safe, feed the world and enrich lives.
Growth and Development: Our development programs help our employees meet their personal growth goals and are a key driver in our company’s growth.
What is the work schedule?
Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:00 pm; Hybrid – work from home 1 day per week.
If you do not live nearby, you will be required to relocate.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Vacancy Status : This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Salary: $65,000 – $80,000 per year (based on experience).
AI Disclosure : The Company does not use AI tools for initial resume screening; all final decisions are made by hiring managers.
Compass Minerals Canada Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. To request reasonable accommodations, email careers@compassminerals.com .