Shipping Technical Assistant

International Paper•Bogalusa, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bogalusa Mill PSD Technical Assistant will manage the outbound shipping warehouse inventory and NS Cross Dock Execution. This position will improve the overall operation and efficiency of the department for the ultimate result of delighting our customers. They will work with the Memphis Logistics Team to keep inventory at safe and efficient levels in the outbound warehouse. Additionally, will assist with the paper machine scheduling – furnish the paper machines with proper run cycles/trims/orders/schedules. They will coordinate trials with mill CTS, machine managers and supply planning.

Requirements

B.S. Degree in Supply Chain or Logistics or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated leadership skills, technical knowledge in operations and strong interpersonal skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to learn multiple systems.

Nice To Haves

Yellow Belt or above preferred.

Responsibilities

Review shipment plans and collaborate on issues with the Memphis Logistics Team.
Communicate with Logistics on any trims not planned and handle inventory with shipment plans.
Work with AE/RP to resolve customer issues.
Handle stranded inventory, quality hold, IWOS and No STO.
Handle the transfer and shipment of non-conforming product.
Work closely with the Shipping warehouse to maintain a safe inventory level.
Implement strategies to minimize sales trim.
Implement strategies to improve customer experience and reduce customer complaints related to shipping damage.
Inventory Cycle Count Bays twice a year.
Manage NS Crossdock to achieve contracted volume throughput.
Maximize mode shift opportunities.
Assist with warehouse redesign and organization.
Knowledge of diversion/transfer of product – physical returns and virtual returns after PGI.
Manage 3rd party truck spotting and rail spotting.
Minimize demurrage/detention/primary routing fees.
Candidate will lead or participate in deliberate improvement activities.