About Us
Bullwhip Logistics is a small and rapidly growing provider of courier and 3PL freight services for customers in Winnipeg and across North America. We are a dynamic, creative, and respectful team, focused on doing our very best for our clients. We pride ourselves on our straightforward, hands-on approach and our supportive work environment.
The Role
We are looking for a reliable and organized Freight Broker 3PL Logistics Supervisor to join our team in Winnipeg. This is a hands-on role perfect for someone who enjoys a varied workday and is eager to be a key player in the daily success of a growing local business.
This is an opportunity to learn the logistics industry from the ground up. The ideal candidate is a motivated, detail-oriented self-starter who is ready to learn and contribute to a wide range of functions.
No advanced degree is necessary—we believe in hiring for attitude and aptitude and are fully prepared to train the right person. Ideally, this position will develop into a supervisory or management role with the growth of the business and of the successful candidate.
Ideally, with a combination of previous experience and/or on the job training, this position will grow to encompass the supervision or management of 2 key functions: 3PL Brokerage operations across North America, and of Winnipeg-based Warehouse Operations. Each serve a diverse portfolio of clients, and each have unique requirements.
***For freight brokers with an established book of business, Bullwhip provides excellent commission-based compensation as well as base pay. ***
3PL Freight
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities will Include:
- Consulting with customers to understand the unique requirements and scope of their shipments
- Consulting with carriers to understand and vet their capability, capacity, credibility, and cost
- Promptly and competitively quote customers for quality service meeting their requirements
- Tracking, troubleshooting, and communicating progress updates through the life cycle of the shipment.
- Ensuring safety and compliance of the Company and our carriers
- Develop and maintain good professional relationships with both customers and carriers
- Update, manage, and report on TMS software and other databases for Company and carrier performance metrics
Warehouse
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities will Include:
- Entering and updating orders, scheduling appointments, processing paperwork
- Shipping and receiving functions
- Loading and unloading vehicles of all kinds, using pallet jacks and forklifts
- Pick and Pack
- Inventory counts
- Update, manage, and report on WMS software and other databases for Company performance metrics
Experience: Previous experience in freight brokerage or dispatching are highly preferred.
Organization: Exceptional ability to manage multiple schedules and requirements simultaneously and with attention to detail.
Communication: Advanced proficiency in English (written and oral) to interact with clients.
Soft Skills: Problem-solving, negotiation, tact and diplomacy. A positive attitude and a strong willingness to learn and be coached. A reliable and responsible team player who can also manage tasks independently. A hands-on, "can-do" approach to work.
Technical Skills: Proficient in data management (Excel/spreadsheets), strong familiarity with software, apps, etc…
Why Join Bullwhip Logistics?
Growth Potential: Be part of a company that is consistently securing and maintaining long-term private and public client partnerships.
Professional Environment: Work within a structured system that values quality, safety, and accountability.
Stable Future: Contribute to the success of contracts with multi-year extension options.
You Get a:
- Full-time position with a competitive wage, benefits and profit-sharing
- Key role in a small, growing company where your contribution is truly valued
- Fun, supportive, and respectful work environment, and a team that supports hard work and a healthy work-life balance
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience in all aspects of a logistics business, from administration to operations
- Room to contribute and succeed with a company enjoying an exceptional rate of growth
If you are interested in growing with a local company and feel you would be a great fit for our team, we encourage you to apply.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (preferred)
Location:
- Winnipeg, MB R3H 1B4 (required)
Work Location: In person
