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Logistics and Scheduling Manager

Location: Mississauga, Ontario
Job # 126248
Date Posted: 9/2/09
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Job Title:                                  Logistics & Scheduling Manager
Position:                                 Permanent Full-Time
Location:                                 Mississauga, ON or Dallas, TX
Relevant Years Experience:      5-7
Educational Requirements:      Diploma/Degree or equivalent experience
Date Posted:                            September 1, 2009
Date Closed:                            September 30, 2009
 
Email your resume, cover letter & Salary expectations to:             careers@ppic.com
 
A world leader in large diameter water and wastewater pipeline condition assessment, the Pressure Pipe Inspection Company (PPIC) offers forward looking solutions to help customers address aging infrastructure challenges in a reliable and cost effective manner. Our innovative services pinpoint damaged sections of a pipeline to help optimize infrastructure investments, locate leaks, reduce risk and ensure environmental compliance.
 
Opportunity Description:
 
The Logistics & Scheduling Manager will report to the Director of Project Management within the Project Management Office but work closely with Tool Support and Inspections to deliver PPIC resources (people and equipment) to the clients’ inspection sites in a timely manner. This includes domestic and international travel and shipping planning.
 
Responsibilities Include: 
·         Allocating staff & equipment resources according to changing needs
·         Liaising and negotiating with PPIC Project Managers to ensure clients’ inspection needs are met by proper scheduling of inspections
·         Monitoring the cost and efficiency of shipments and equipment transport
·         Analysing logistical problems and producing new solutions
·         Tracking, storage and processing of logistics collateral and information
·         Managing contracted drivers, customs broker, and shipping companies
 
Working Conditions:
 
The majority of this work is desk-based with some warehouse support. Regular business hours will be the norm, however, some scheduling is emergency-based and the successful candidate will be required to be on-call when out of office.
 
Qualifications:
 
  • Although this area of work is open to all graduates and Diplomats, the following subjects are preferred :
    • transport/distribution/logistics;
    • business/management or business with languages/economics;
    • science and geography;
    • information systems/computing.
  • Experience with international shipping requirements (customs, immigration)
  • The ability to work logically and systematically, with good time management
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills plus the ability to think laterally whilst offering creative solutions
  • IT literacy and the ability to handle electronic data
  • Flexibility and the ability to manage change
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a team;
  • Ability to work successfully with staff located across multiple offices
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;
  • Detail oriented and proactive with a high level of attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in the Construction and/or Water/Wastewater Industry is an asset
 
 
PPIC is an equal opportunity employer, offering a professional, friendly and safe work environment. We appreciate all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
All interested applicants please submit their resume quoting “Logistics & Scheduling Manager” in the subject line to: careers@ppic.com
 
Screening Questions
  • Please indicate your salary expectations in CDN or USD.
  • How many years directly relevant experience do you have?
    • Less than a year
    • 1-5 years
    • 5-7 years
    • More than 7 years
  • When was the last time you used Microsoft Excel?
    • Within the last month
    • 6-12 months ago
    • 1-2 years ago
    • Over 2 years ago
  • How would you rate your knowledge of international shipping requirements?
    • Knowledge – no experience
    • Knowledge – some experience
    • Expert
    • None
  • How many years experience do you have working with remote staff (e.g. staff located in a different office)?
    • Less than a year
    • 1-5 years
    • 5-7 years
    • More than 7 years
 
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