Logistics And Warehousing Jobs in Smithfield Cache County, UT

Essential Job Duties:

• Compute amounts, such as space available, shipping, storage, or demurrage charges, using computer or price list
• Contact carrier representatives to make arrangements or to issue instructions for shipping and delivery of materials
• Confer or correspond with supplier representatives to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, or nonconformance to specifications
• Maintain and develop positive business relationships with a customer's key personnel involved in, or directly relevant to, a logistics activity
• Explain proposed solutions to customers, management, or other interested parties through written proposals and oral presentations
• Report project plans, progress, and results
• Participate in the assessment and review of design alternatives and design change proposal impacts
• Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests
• Compare suppliers' bills with bids and purchase orders to verify accuracy
• Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing files, reports and price lists
• Check shipments when they arrive to ensure that orders have been filled correctly and that goods meet specifications
• Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs, ordering more materials when necessary
• Confer with department supervisors or other personnel to assess progress and discuss needed changes
• Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems
• Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders
• Respond to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations
• Implement new or improved supply chain processes to improve efficiency or performance

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in purchasing or supply chain management in manufacturing or food related industry is required
• High level of listening, comprehension, and communication skill, both written and verbal; ability to represent the company well to external business partners/vendors
• Relationship management skills, including a personality and disposition to work well with others (both internal coworkers and external vendors) in potentially high-stress or high-pressure situations
• Proven attention to detail and accuracy; superior organization skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems through deductive reasoning
• Superior time management skills with minimal supervision; self-motivation and initiative; ability to prioritize, plan, and execute to complete projects and tasks
• Accuracy with basic algebra, arithmetic, and percentages
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Ability to become proficient in use of Microsoft products within probationary period
• Basic understanding of materials traceability and lot numbers

Physical Demands:

• Ability to hear and speak on telephone
• Near vision and ability to view computer screen for extended periods
• Full manual dexterity in hands and wrists; typing and mouse work for extended periods

Pay range and compensation package:

We offer competitive pay and a strong benefits package designed to support our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.