What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rail Coordinator position at Simplot?
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. We are a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.
Summary
Under general supervision and following prescribed procedures, this role secures cost-effective transportation from different sources (company fleet, contract carriers, and single-source lessors) to meet customer's needs while maintaining profitability targets.
Key Responsibilities
Actively overseeing all shipping transactions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams when issues arise.- Responsible for soliciting/receiving customer orders and then processing orders through information systems.
- Rate procurement requests and analysis.
- Resolves problems with various transportation-related issues including service delays, date changes, late orders, bad ordered assets, appointment issues, etc., while proactively communicating to both internal and external customers.
- Monitors tracking, tracing and troubleshooting all issues with regard to rail & Simplot fleet assets, to include maintenance and repair programs.
- Occasional weekends required
Typical Education
Relevant Experience
Other Information
Proficient at Microsoft Office suite of tools, Excel specifically. Power BI and SAP experience are a plus.
Knowledge of the Transportation industry to help with the adaptation of procedures, processes, and techniques that address ever-evolving market conditions.
Collaboratively works with cross-functional team members to resolve opportunities or challenges.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Job Requisition ID: 7212
Travel Required: None
Location(s): Simplot Headquarters - Boise
Country: United States
**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**
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