Operations Coordinator
Brampton, ON, CA, L6S 6B6
About Sonepar
Sonepar is an independent family-owned company with global market leadership in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services. Through a dense network of 100 brands spanning 40 countries, the Group has an ambitious transformation agenda to become the first global B-to-B electrical distributor to provide a fully digitalized and synchronized omnichannel experience to all customers. Drawing on the skill and passion of its 45,000 associates, Sonepar had sales of €23 billion in 2020. Sonepar makes its customers’ lives easier, over the counter, visiting customers, by phone or online, – however we’re needed. Sonepar’s ambition is to become “La Référence” - the standard-setter for all its stakeholders.
Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Operations Coordinator/Freight Admin will manage freight billing, carrier relationships, shipment documentation, and freight cost optimization within our Central Distribution Centre (CDC).
Key Responsibilities
Freight Billing & Audit
- Verify freight invoices against quotes and actual shipments.
- Resolve discrepancies with carriers and ensure accurate billing.
- Audit shipments through WISL and submit approved invoices to Accounts Payable.
WISL System Management
- Become the CDC’s subject-matter expert in WISL.
- Load and update freight rates in the system.
- Maintain and troubleshoot WISL as required.
Shipment Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare and issue commercial invoices.
- Ensure all required paperwork is completed and attached to shipments.
- Arrange PAPS with carriers and customs brokers.
- Set up new carriers when needed.
Carrier Coordination & Issue Resolution
- Manage day-to-day communication and problem resolution with carriers.
- Obtain quotes for special or expedited shipments.
- File and follow up on freight claims.
- Support the DOO with the Carrier Report Card and SLA tracking.
Freight Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze freight costs and identify cost‑reduction opportunities.
- Provide weekly freight status reports to management.
- Proactively identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies within CDC freight operations.
- Assist the DOO with branch freight analysis (courier selection, spend analysis, own truck/driver comparisons, etc.).
Education and Training required
.• Post-secondary education, ideally in Transportation/Logistics, or Operations an asset.
• Have excellent communication and organizational habits.
• Have superior skill levels in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Enjoy working in a busy environment, and want to take on more responsibilities.
Experience Required:
2-3-year previous experience, preferably within the distribution industry.
We are interested in knowing you more. Start an exciting new career and enjoy many employee benefits by applying online. Sonepar HQ is thankful for your interest in joining the team, only individuals selected for interview will be contacted.
More information on Sonepar:
Website: www.sonepar.com
Twitter: @sonepar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sonepar/
Check out Sonepar on Facebook!
To apply, you must use a computer and one of the following browsers: Safari, Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or even EDGE.
About Sonepar
Sonepar is an independent family-owned company with global market leadership in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services. Through a dense network of 100 brands spanning 40 countries, the Group has an ambitious transformation agenda to become the first global B-to-B electrical distributor to provide a fully digitalized and synchronized omnichannel experience to all customers. Drawing on the skill and passion of its 45,000 associates, Sonepar had sales of €23 billion in 2020. Sonepar makes its customers’ lives easier, over the counter, visiting customers, by phone or online, – however we’re needed. Sonepar’s ambition is to become “La Référence” - the standard-setter for all its stakeholders.
Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Operations Coordinator/Freight Admin will manage freight billing, carrier relationships, shipment documentation, and freight cost optimization within our Central Distribution Centre (CDC).
Key Responsibilities
Freight Billing & Audit
- Verify freight invoices against quotes and actual shipments.
- Resolve discrepancies with carriers and ensure accurate billing.
- Audit shipments through WISL and submit approved invoices to Accounts Payable.
WISL System Management
- Become the CDC’s subject-matter expert in WISL.
- Load and update freight rates in the system.
- Maintain and troubleshoot WISL as required.
Shipment Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare and issue commercial invoices.
- Ensure all required paperwork is completed and attached to shipments.
- Arrange PAPS with carriers and customs brokers.
- Set up new carriers when needed.
Carrier Coordination & Issue Resolution
- Manage day-to-day communication and problem resolution with carriers.
- Obtain quotes for special or expedited shipments.
- File and follow up on freight claims.
- Support the DOO with the Carrier Report Card and SLA tracking.
Freight Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze freight costs and identify cost‑reduction opportunities.
- Provide weekly freight status reports to management.
- Proactively identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies within CDC freight operations.
- Assist the DOO with branch freight analysis (courier selection, spend analysis, own truck/driver comparisons, etc.).
Education and Training required
.• Post-secondary education, ideally in Transportation/Logistics, or Operations an asset.
• Have excellent communication and organizational habits.
• Have superior skill levels in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Enjoy working in a busy environment, and want to take on more responsibilities.
Experience Required:
2-3-year previous experience, preferably within the distribution industry.
We are interested in knowing you more. Start an exciting new career and enjoy many employee benefits by applying online. Sonepar HQ is thankful for your interest in joining the team, only individuals selected for interview will be contacted.
More information on Sonepar:
Website: www.sonepar.com
Twitter: @sonepar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sonepar/
Check out Sonepar on Facebook!
To apply, you must use a computer and one of the following browsers: Safari, Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or even EDGE.