Logistics Coordinator

Avidbots is a pioneering leader in the field of robotics, dedicated to developing cutting-edge autonomous cleaning solutions for commercial and industrial environments. Our mission is to revolutionize the way cleaning and maintenance tasks are performed by introducing innovative, efficient, and sustainable robotic technologies. Avidbots is committed to delivering intelligent and autonomous robotic solutions that not only enhance operational efficiency but also promote a cleaner and healthier world.

Our groundbreaking autonomous cleaning robots, specifically the Neo 2 and Kas, are redefining the cleaning industry by offering state-of-the-art technology, advanced navigation, and data-driven insights to businesses across the globe. These robots are designed to perform tasks such as scrubbing and sanitization, and maintain cleanliness in a wide range of industries, including airports, shopping malls, warehouses, retail, and more.

Headquartered in Kitchener, ON, Canada, we are an employee-focused organization that has been certified a Great Place to Work consecutively for the last 5 years and one of Deloitte's Fast 500 (2021).

Main Tasks:

• Coordinate logistics activities, including transportation and delivery of goods, warehousing, and inventory management
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with transport companies, suppliers, and customers
• Manage all outgoing shipments, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of goods to the intended destination
• Ensure compliance with all transportation laws, regulations, and safety practices
• Monitor and manage inventory levels, in shipping ie: packaging ensuring that stock levels are sufficient to meet demand
• Ensure that all necessary documentation, such as customs declarations, bills of lading, and shipping manifests, are accurate and complete
• Assist in the negotiation of transportation rates and other logistics-related agreements
• Resolve any transportation or logistics-related issues that arise, working with internal and external stakeholders to find rapid and appropriate solutions
• Responsible for managing logistics of our DEMO fleet
• Picking and packing all outgoing orders
• Assist the Logistics Specialist and cover for vacation time
  
  

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in logistics
• Proficient knowledge of transportation laws and regulations, including those related to international shipments and customs declarations
• Familiar with shipping Ocean Freight
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage competing demands effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of people
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong work ethic and commitment to quality and excellence in all work performed
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of people
• Strong knowledge of transportation laws and regulations, including those related to international shipments and customs declarations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Epicor experience is an asset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong work ethic and commitment to quality and excellence in all work performed
• Successfully complete pre-employment onboarding requirements that may include criminal/civil background checks
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada for any employer
  
  

Avidbots is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce. As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. We are a diverse Canadian company founded by international students, and we are proud of the strengths our diversity brings. We hold our executives to the same standards as all of our employees, and we believe work should be a safe space for all. Avidbots has an absolutely zero tolerance policy for discrimination or hate against members of any race, religion or sexual orientation. We also offer a professional working environment and culture and believe that work / life balance is critical to ensure the happiness/well-being of our people.

Upon request, Avidbots will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.