Senior Freight Specialist

Location: Newmarket, Ontario (relocating to Aurora, ON in Dec 2025)
Full-Time | Onsite | Starting at $70,000 annually, based on experience

About Us

Eco Guardian is a proudly Canadian, award-winning leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Since 2004, we’ve been designing and distributing compostable food packaging and reusable products for eco-conscious consumers and businesses.

Recognized as one of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies for five consecutive years, the 2021 Entrepreneur of the Year by the Newmarket Chamber of Commerce, and most recently honoured with the 2025 Impact Award for Sustainability by Canadian Grocer, Eco Guardian is on a mission to reshape packaging for a greener tomorrow.

When you join Eco Guardian, you’re joining a passionate, high-growth team driving positive change in the packaging industry.

Why this role matters

As Eco Guardian expands its manufacturing and distribution capabilities, efficient freight management is key to ensuring our supply chain remains agile, cost-effective, and reliable. The Senior Freight Specialist will lead all domestic and international freight operations, managing relationships with carriers, brokers, and 3PL partners to ensure every shipment moves smoothly from origin to destination.

You’ll play a pivotal role in optimizing transportation strategies, maintaining compliance across borders, and supporting our commitment to sustainability by identifying smarter, greener ways to move freight worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Negotiate and manage freight contracts with domestic and international carriers to secure competitive rates and reliable service.

• Coordinate shipments across ocean, air, and ground transportation, tracking containers from origin to destination.

• Prepare and manage all shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists, and customs paperwork.

• Oversee inbound and outbound shipment planning to meet delivery timelines and service-level targets.

• Review and reconcile freight invoices, resolving discrepancies to ensure accurate billing.

• Build and maintain a freight matrix capturing carrier profiles, rates, and service data to support data-driven logistics decisions.

• Collaborate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and 3PL partners to maintain efficient, compliant operations.

• Monitor freight market trends and recommend cost-effective transportation strategies.

What we are looking for

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in freight management, international logistics, or supply chain operations.

• Proven expertise in freight negotiation and carrier relationship management.

• Strong knowledge of customs regulations, CBSA/CBP compliance, and documentation requirements.

• Experience coordinating with 3PL partners and managing inventory flow.

• Skilled in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel (SAP preferred).

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• A proactive, analytical thinker with a commitment to precision and continuous improvement.

Bonus: Experience in food packaging, consumer goods, or commodities.

Why join Eco Guardian

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunity to lead a key function in a growing, purpose-driven company.

• Make a measurable impact on a global supply chain with sustainable outcomes.

• Collaborate with a dynamic, entrepreneurial team focused on innovation and excellence.

• Play an essential role in shaping how Eco Guardian delivers on its promise of smarter, greener logistics.

How to apply

Apply directly through LinkedIn or complete the application form below.

To learn more about our company and our mission, visit www.ecoguardian.com