Are you our Transport Coordinator North America

Imagine spending your working days in a company that breathes creativity. One that goes all out to bring to life the artistic ideas of event & entertainment professionals worldwide. An international group with headquarters in Belgium that still feels like a family.

With ShowTex's full expansion across North America, including our offices in Montreal and New York and upcoming locations in Toronto and Las Vegas, we are thrilled to invite you to join our Canadian team at our Montreal office.

Welcome to ShowTex!

LET US INTRODUCE OURSELVES

Do you know those drapes that define a theatre? Or the scenic fabrics that create a mood on stage? That's what we do and so much more. Event decoration, trade show displays, fabric reveal systems…? Yup, that too.

As a worldwide leader in inventing, producing and installing highly innovative, flame-retardant textiles and suspension systems, we gladly spend our days tackling the most creative challenges in set building, stage and stand design. You can find ShowTex offices in Europe, the Middle East, North America, South Africa, Asia and Australia, but your home base is located in Montréal, Canada.

NOW HERE'S YOUR DREAM JOB

AND YOU? ARE YOU OUR TRANSPORT COORDINATOR?

As a Transport Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing the logistics of all outbound and inbound shipments, ensuring "On Time - In Full" deliveries across North America.

Your main tasks?

• Shipment Management: Plan, order, and track all outbound shipments, ensuring timely and complete deliveries. Coordinate and track all inbound shipments, maintaining a seamless flow of materials.
• Logistics Optimization: Stay updated on the best price-quality forwarding services in the market, always striving to optimize logistics processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Documentation and Compliance: Request, gather, and submit all necessary shipping documents, ensuring compliance with transport and customs regulations.
• Sales Support: Inform the sales team about shipment prices and relevant info, such as customs or import/export regulations. Provide regular feedback on actual transport costs and ensure sales amounts are aligned with these costs.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor prices and invoices from forwarding or parcel services, booked directly or indirectly, and manage data entry and contract input.
• Process Improvement: Actively participate in developing and implementing more efficient logistics and production processes, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Customer Service: Address damages, complaints, and resolve issues promptly, maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.
• Collaboration with Warehouse Team: Consult with the warehouse team on packing methods and shipping options to optimize delivery outcomes.

CURIOUS HOW WE SEE YOU?

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience: Previous experience in a similar logistics or transport coordination role.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of transport, customs regulations, and familiarity with multimodal transport options (air, sea, road, express).
• Technical Skills: IT-literate with proficiency in ERP systems (experience with MS Dynamics Navision is a plus).
• Languages: Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is a strong asset. Other languages are a plus.
• Education: A graduate degree in logistics or a related field is beneficial.
• Personal Attributes: Resourceful, assertive, and capable of handling fast-paced and high-tempo environments. Must be autonomous, take initiative, and excel in stress management.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

ShowTex is not just an ordinary company. We never say "impossible" and will always team up to find the best solution to just do it. This mindset has kept us at the top of a very competitive industry for over 40 years.

And what about you? You can help to shape this unique story by becoming part of a motivated and growing team at the center of the action.

But there's more: How about flexibility & a healthy work/life balance, having plenty of room for personal growth, training opportunities, travelling and a competitive compensation with attractive extras. Sounds good, right?

The cherry on the pie? Without a doubt the creative industry we’re in and the amazing group of people you’ll soon call your colleagues.

CONVINCED YOU’RE THE PERFECT FIT FOR THE JOB? LET’S TALK!

Send your application with CV and cover letter to Thomas.vanlokeren [at] showtex.com.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

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