Logistics Assistant

Join Our Purpose – Feeding the Future Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions.Trouw Nutrition is looking for a Logistics Assistant to join our team in St.Marys, ON. The logistics assistant manages and optimizes delivery routes and schedules and addresses logistics issues and requests daily.About The Role: Providing exceptional logistical support and solutions coordination.ResponsibilitiesReview schedule requisitions, contents of truck, running times, distances, availability and other pertinent information to establish schedule parametersDesign new or modify existing schedules using computer software or other methodsIncorporate factors such as peak travel periods, holidays, special events, and construction into the route plan, with emphasis on time and cost efficiencyAssign personnel to equipment and routes and schedule work shiftsCompile equipment records, including hours in service, distances, maintenance, repairs required and other data, to produce operating reportsCompile detailed worksheets and specifications from customer's orderCoordinate with the production team to ensure alignment and efficiencyQualificationsSkills and ExpertiseGrade 12 or equivalent Experience with MS Office suite is a mustAbility to perform in a fast-paced environmentExceptional customer service skillsAbility to work under pressureERP experience and Feed industry experience is an asset Expectation From The RoleAbility to Identify opportunities for improvementExceptional attention to detailPositive work ethic and attitudeWillingness and ability to learnStrong team and interpersonal skillsSelf-motivated – able to work independently with minimal supervisionWorking every other Saturday and a shift on-call is a mustFully onsiteWhy you Will Love Working with UsGlobal BenefitsBe part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV groupEmbrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone Local BenefitsRobust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1! Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1! Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement 15 vacation days to start (tiered) Next StepsWe value a seamless candidate experience and will review your application within five (5) business days. We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production. We thank you for choosing a career with us and sharing your ambition to “Feed the Future!Final candidates who are being considered for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.We are committed to employment equity, and we encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.Our corporate values FEED your career: Passion | Inclusivity | Integrity | Trust | Curiosity. These values are engrained into our core and shape everything we do.#SPTN