Job Purpose
and Impact
The Shipment Execution Specialist will execute moderately complex operational activities to support the creation of a portfolio of accounts to apply relevant techniques and help the business strategy and growth. In this role, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on transportation sales opportunities, supplier management and delivery in full on time in spec with adherance to CoR.
Key Accountabilities
1. Collaborate with operations and capacity teams to implement effective solutions, support the interaction with the customers and provide understanding of trends that support the companys value proposition.
2. In consultation with the Freight Coordinators, design and execute export accumulation plan AND/OR carrier for executing certain domestic commodity contract in accordance with the distance covered and the freight rate.
3. Partner with key stakeholders on transportation sales strategies implementation and coordinate, develop and plan execution strategies to enable cheapest cost to serve
4. Establishes strong working relationships with Cargill approved carriers and BHC’s, Port Terminals, rail providers and internal colleagues
5. Assist rail freight coordinator to predict future rail freight requirements based on expected export program
6. Raise and distribute Sales Orders ensuring timely and accurate entry of movement orders in Cargill Information system to ensure orders are closed
7. Provides information about shipment execution with the Freight Audit and Payment employees in order to help them resolve issues regarding payments, invoices, demurrages.
8. Follow up with the execution of the shipments. Monitor the status of loading and freight and perform track and trace activities to confirm status of shipment throughout the shipment execution process.
9. Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
10. Tertiary qualifications in Logistics, Supply Chain, Agriculture or a Business discipline;
11. Minimum 2 years experience in a Transportation or Forwarder role or Supply Chain Management, desirable
12. Open to change and continuous improvement focused with demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities and tasks daily
13. Ability to manage conflicting demands from multiple stakeholders, internal and external, to achieve the best outcome for the business overall
14. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
15. Competent with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook);
16. Systemic approach to problem solving and decision making
17. Ability to set priorities and organise work, and not lose sight of the bigger picture
Desirable
18. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
19. Intermediate knowledge of transportation & logistic market and carriers including rail
20. Good understanding of supply chain processes, business functions, focused on cost and budget controls
We Offer
In return to your experience, we offer:
21. A competitive remuneration package including performance incentive plan
22. Autonomy and scope for career development
23. Flexible working arrangements
24. The opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry and inspiring leaders
25. The job stability that comes with a global employer who puts people first
26. A supportive working culture and an inclusive team environment
If you are ready to take on a rare, career defining opportunity, are self-motivated and team spirited, then we would love to hear from you.
Cargill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications are treated with complete confidentiality.