Account Manager - ASL Distribution (Oakville)

Oakville, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 27, 2026
1 position

$60,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Account Manager will manage customer relationships, coordinate load movements from origin to destination, and act as a liaison between internal teams and clients. They are responsible for booking appointments, quoting rates, and resolving operational issues to ensure superior service delivery.

Job details

ASL Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and all qualified individuals. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at accessibility@challenger.com and we will work with you to meet your needs. ASL Distribution Services Company Profile: ASL Distribution, part of the Fastfrate Group, is a leader in Canadian transportation, warehousing and fulfillment services, supporting top North American brands with efficient, customer focused solutions. With customized supply chain solutions, ASL’s transportation warehousing and fulfillment teams expertly manage the transportation, receiving, warehousing, picking, packing, and shipping of products with precision and efficiency. It’s an energetic, fast-paced environment, ideal for individuals who excel in teamwork, problem solving, and building efficient solutions to move goods through the supply chain. Why you’ll love working here: A workplace where you can learn, grow, and build your career A culture that encourages new ideas and continuous improvement Supportive leaders who provide guidance while giving you autonomy A team-focused environment A competitive total-rewards package, including group benefits and a company-sponsored retirement savings plan Support for professional memberships, training, and certifications The Opportunity: This is your chance to join a team where your work truly makes an impact. In this role, you will contribute directly to the success of our customers, our operations, and the Fastfrate Group as a whole. You’ll work in a supportive environment that values collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous learning. Role Summary: As an Account Manager you will develop relationships with customers, manage appointment times and act as liaise between our internal team and your primary accounts, handling all day to day operational needs. You will be actively involved in managing your loads from origin to destination, providing timely updates to your clients and keeping everyone aligned on expectations. Communicating with internal and external stakeholders will allow you to understand and anticipate your customers’ needs exceeding their service expectations. Your commitment to providing superior customer service will be the key to growing your portfolio! Hours of Work: 8:30am – 5:00pm, Monday - Friday Work Arrangement: On-site Position Type: Non-Union Employment Status: Permanent Compensation: Salary: $60,000 Work Location & Environment: 2905 Bristol Circle, Oakville, ON L6H 6X5; office environment Key Accountabilities: Communicate daily with carriers and customers; location and status updates to your portfolio and retrieving timely location and status updates from partner carriers Work with ASL Fleet to utilize assets; book pick-up and delivery appointments and input the load details into our Transport Management Software Strong relations within the sales team and with other internal clients; building and executing operational strategies Quote rates for customers as required Communicate service issues as required and develop solutions; maximize efficiencies Research carrier cost discrepancies as required Maintain positivity in the face of adversity, pushing through roadblocks with determination and integrity Work with A/P and Billing as required Co-ordinate inbound / outbound loads with ASL operations or customers Order entry; Order tracking; complete reports as needed i.e. on time performance Always remain focused on providing best-in-class service to better service and growth potential Continually look for opportunities to learn, always challenging the status quo Follow all company policies, ethics and company procedures Qualifications We’re looking for someone who brings: Education & Experience: Relative post-secondary education in transportation/logistics or a college degree in a related field Minimum of 1 to 3 years’ experience in a Logistics Account Manager role; dealing with carriers and negotiating prices Well versed with domestic and transborder conditions of carriage Experience with LTL, Truckload, Courier and Intermodal transportation modes Skills & Attributes: Ability to have multiple focus areas Exposure to FLX and/or Renova is an asset Great problem solving, creativity, decision making ability and determination Unwavering resolve that allows you to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy and time-sensitive environment Strong communicator, positive attitude with great people skills Great organizational skills and attention to detail Knowledge of Microsoft Office (ability to leverage Excel, Word, Outlook etc) How To Apply: If you’re interested in joining our team, please submit your application through our online career portal. We appreciate all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Disclaimer: We use some technology-based tools, which may include artificial intelligence (AI), to support application screening; however, all hiring decisions include human review.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have 1 to 3 years of experience in a logistics account management role with knowledge of domestic and transborder carriage. A post-secondary education in transportation or logistics is required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills.