Clerk, Distribution

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Job Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for scheduling trucks and load assignments.  Preparing all load documents in accordance with our customer order specifications, ensure product first-in/first-out (FIFO) inventory methods to maximize product code dates and rotation.

• Effective coordination and communications with customer service, plant management, 3rd party drivers and internal warehouse personnel.
• Receive, review and assign truck appointments, prepare inbound/outbound load schedules for daily warehouse load assignments.
• Review and validate product inventory availability, optimize product code dates to ensure FIFO protocols are maintained.
• Prepare all load documents, BOL’s, domestic and export shipping documents in accordance with our Saputo internal, external customer, local, state, federal and international DOT shipping requirements.
• Effectively and promptly communicate (both verbally and electronic) all applicable load concerns, special considerations, customer service complaints, etc. to Warehouse management.
• Ensure that all system transactions are accurately and timely to reflect correct inventory position at any time.  This includes shipments, resupply inventory, donations, product loss and damage.
• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics and actively apply the Saputo Values.
• Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent. Preferred, 2-year degree in logistics or inventory management.
• Three-years in a clerical role, directly in a warehouse, logistics, transportation or distribution center environment.
• Excellent computer skill with advanced experience with word processing, spreadsheet applications and specialized inventory control software programs (WMS), SAP a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as customer orders, inventory reports, operating procedures to ensure documents are audited and accurate.  Ability to generate reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.  Candidate must be highly organized and efficient.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written.
• Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel.
• Must have excellent mathematical skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• The employee may be exposed to wet, hot, humid and cold temperatures, moving machinery including forklift traffic, and noise levels exceeding 85dB.
• The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds independently on an intermittent basis.
• The employee is regularly required to work in an office, warehouse, and production environment.
• Specific vision abilities required by the this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee frequently is required to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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