Logistics Intern

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Co-Op student to join our Logistics team. We are looking for a student who is available beginning in the Fall term for a duration of 12 months. This position is 100% in-person at the job site located at 84 Orenda Road in Brampton, Ontario. We appreciate all interest in IKO Industries Ltd. and this position, however, only students will be considered for this role.

This is a paid position offering an hourly salary between $22.50-$25.50 per hour.

When You Join Us You Will Be

• Drive the daily execution of the IKO logistics routine to meet established KPI goals.
• Daily/Weekly dispatch of loads and aligning to commitments made with area logistics leads.
• Ensuring accountability through routine follow-up
• Planning for success inside tactical window
• Working closely with plant shipping leads and customer service team to execute the aligned plan on a daily basis.
• Expected multiple communication points daily with key contacts both verbal and written.
• Build relationships with counterparts at carrier partners to improve the outlook for IKO.
• Expediting and follow-up on all pick-up and delivery in service areas

Our Ideal Candidate

• Current student or recent grad from a Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain program.
• Results oriented, strong desire to drive improvement.
• Clear communicator, ability to lead discussions with large groups.
• Strong problem solving and planning skills to ensure creation and execution of tactical plan.
• Ability to negotiate and ask tough questions to get the right results.
• Desire, willingness, and capacity to learn.
• Strong business acumen.

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
 

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.