Transportation Office Assistant

Sofidel•Duluth, MN

About The Position

Sofidel America, a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, is a leading manufacturer of paper products globally. Established in 2012 within the United States, and headquartered in Horsham, PA, Sofidel America operates manufacturing plants in ten states, including Minnesota. With subsidiaries in 15 countries and over 3,600 employees worldwide, Sofidel is dedicated to producing high-quality paper for hygienic and domestic use. The Duluth location is undergoing rapid expansion, making it an exciting time to join our team. We are currently seeking a team member to join our Transportation department to support Supply Chain Operations. This role will serve as a key player in our growth journey. This position will serve as a pivotal member of the mill’s Transportation and Shipping team. Our workforce is engaged, dependable, and values a team-based culture. Reach out today if you are looking for a workplace where you can grow and develop within the organization and build a career. An ideal team member is local to the Twin Ports region, has previous Transportation and Shipping experience, and is interested in a team-based work setting. Apply today to find out more about starting your career with Sofidel America. Transportation Office Assistant SCOPE: The Transportation Office Assistant (TOA) schedules and arranges freight for the transportation of Sofidel’s outbound products and materials for domestic locations. This role supports the Supply Chain team to determine the appropriate transportation methods for delivery of products to our customers. As a TOA this role works closely with other departments to coordinator and monitor the timeliness and accuracy of shipments. This position supports inventory related functions and is exposed to many aspects of the supply chain cycle such as dispatching, packaging, loading and sorting of goods and materials in the warehouse.

Requirements

Associate degree or High School Diploma with minimum of two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be proficient with Excel.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, shipping/warehouse reports, inventory requirements and contracts.
Excellent Communication skills are an essential function of this role.
Strong ability to write and communicate through email and phone calls.
Strong organizational skills and time management skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task and work independently.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast past environment.
Ability to take verbal direction and create actionable work that is accurate and timely in its delivery.
Ability to interact with others while maintaining a customer service approach with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience in SAP or a related MRP system is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports Sofidel America’s Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP to promote a safe, sanitary and hygienically sound workplace.
Create shipping documents in SAP.
Coordinate with other departments within the company to monitor the timeliness and accuracy of shipments and prepare reports related to the location and timing of shipments.
Work with orders to determine the transportation methods for the delivery of our products to our customers.
Create shipping and receiving appointments and schedule in Transporeon TMS System.
Collaborate with customer service department to determine priority of sales order and to maintain tracking of shipments and accurate record keeping.
Research alternative carriers when necessary to make recommendation regarding carriers that may have advantageous pricing and delivery schedules.
Perform monthly, weekly or daily reports as directed by the Planning and Transportation team members and Leads.
Follow all regulations and legal documentation norms pertaining to warehousing, transportation, and logistics.
Scan and file appropriate paperwork.
Daily work with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Perform or assist the supply chain team to maintain a consistent workflow and to meet schedules and quality requirements. Notify supervision of unusual situations or problems and the need for additional support or intervention as needed.
Maintain a safe work area and comply with safety procedures and equipment operating rules keeping work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Participate in meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
Perform other related duties as assigned.