Transport Specialist (Temporary 15 months)
Posted: 23 hours ago
Job Description
About Kerry:Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.About the role:As a Transportation Specialist, you'll be responsible for planning and coordinating the outbound logistics of customer orders. This includes scheduling and troubleshooting shipments, using systems like SAP and TMS, and ensuring all necessary paperwork is prepared. You'll also participate in relevant meetings and activities to support warehouse operations.Key responsibilities:Responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and troubleshooting shipments to meet internal and external customer requirementsTendering to carriers by using the TMS system - Transportation Management SystemReviewing the ERP system (SAP) for open sales orders and shipment creationOrder pick review, work assignment, and WMS corrections as neededReview and understanding of shipping reportsNoting discrepancies or problems to management, QA, or other warehouse personnelGathering supportive paperwork to be shipped along with orders (BOL’s, COA’s, ASN’s, etc.)Participation in department, plant meetings, and functions pertinent to warehouse activitiesQualifications and skills:Preferred 2+ years' experience in a logistics planning role, equivalent higher education, or SAP knowledgeExperience with SAP and TMS is a significant plusIntermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)Availability to work required overtime and weekends as neededFluent English
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