Transportation Specialist (Edmonton)

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: At Finning Canada, we move more than equipment—we keep industries running. We’re looking for a Transportation Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional service, optimizing logistics, and driving continuous improvement. In this role, you’ll be at the center of a dynamic transportation network, ensuring the seamless movement of parts and equipment across our operations. If you enjoy solving complex logistical challenges, working with diverse partners, and making a tangible impact every day—this opportunity is for you. Job Description: What You’ll Do: Drive Performance & Optimize Operations - Monitor and assess logistics service provider performance against SLAs, using trend analysis to inform opportunities for incremental improvements in lane efficiency and routing effectiveness. - Contribute to the management and optimization of a transportation network with an annual spend of approximately $90M, supporting cost efficiency and performance visibility - Manage high-value and complex shipments with a focus on safety, cost control, and risk mitigation - Monitor shipments proactively to ensure on-time delivery; quickly resolve delays and communicate with stakeholders - Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities across the network - Collaborate with internal partners to adjust routes and strategies as business needs evolve Lead Day-to-Day Transportation Execution - Partner with internal customers to understand transportation needs and deliver cost-effective, reliable solutions - Ensure all shipments are executed successfully and meet customer expectations - Coordinate and schedule transportation requests, managing both preplanned and ad hoc shipments to support timely and efficient delivery - Manage shipment tracking and provide real-time visibility across the network - Act as a key point of contact for transportation inquiries - Work closely with logistics providers to resolve issues and maintain strong operational performance - Review and validate transportation invoices to ensure accuracy and timely payment Support Freight Audit & Continuous Improvement - Audit and approve freight invoices to maintain accurate financial records - Contribute to process improvements and take on additional responsibilities as business needs evolve What You Bring Education & Experience - Post-secondary education in Transportation, Logistics, or Business - Minimum 3+ years of experience in transportation/logistics, including: - International freight (FCL, LCL, air, parcel) - Multimodal shipping (TL, LTL) - Working with freight forwarders - Experience managing heavy equipment transportation is an asset - Solid understanding of supply chain and parts distribution networks - Advanced Excel skills and analytics capability Your Strengths - Business Acumen : You can analyze complex problems and make sound, data-driven decisions - Negotiation Skills : Confident working with vendors and influencing outcomes - Detail-Oriented Mindset: You manage the details while never losing sight of the bigger picture - Communication Skills : Strong collaborator with clear and professional communication - Results-Driven : You act with urgency and take ownership to get things done Why Join Finning? - Be part of a high-impact role supporting critical operations across Canada - Work with a collaborative, experienced team in a energetic industry - Gain exposure to large-scale logistics operations and continuous improvement initiatives - Build your career with a respected industry leader If you’re ready to take ownership of complex logistics challenges and play a key role in delivering excellence to our customers, we’d love to hear from you! At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2otwuv