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Agrium is one of the world’s largest nutrient and fertilizer producers with annual sales over $4 billion. Agrium continues to grow its markets and operations throughout the world.  Headquartered in Calgary and in business for almost 70 years, Agrium produces and markets three major nutrients required for healthy crop production: nitrogen, phosphate and potassium, as well as controlled release fertilizers.

Make the move to join our more than 7,000 employees across North and South America and begin growing your career now. We are currently recruiting for a:

Dispatcher/Administrative Assistant

Working as a member of the U.S. Transportation team and reporting to the Truck & Marine Manager, this position provides logistical truck support to the Sales and Marketing Department of Agrium in Denver, Colorado.

Specific responsibilities will include:

  • Interfacing with customers, vendors and internal employees with respect to freight rate verification and service level expectations.
  • Working closely with industry associations to develop a strong understanding of the U.S. trucking industry (regulations, safety & DOT guidelines).
  • Developing and maintain carrier profiles, to include insurance requirements and safety records and service issues.
  • Assisting with dispatching and negotiating rates to ensure expeditious delivery in the most economical manner.
  • Support Transportation Department as needed.
  • And other administrative duties as required and or assigned

Minimum qualifications for this position include:

  • Minimum Grade 12 education and a related degree or diploma
  • 1-3 years of related experience
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint are necessary
  • Working knowledge of SAP would be considered a definite asset
  • Solid communicator and good negotiating skills
  • Must perform well in a team environment.

Minimal travel is required and occasional periods requiring Saturday work.

Agrium offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience including salary and incentives along with pension and benefit coverage.  If this opportunity fits your qualifications, please send us your resume.

Denver
Human Resources
Fax: (303) 804-4484
email: Agrium HR