Global Support Documentation and Logistics Specialist - Trident Seafoods
Company: Northwest Fisheries Association
Location: Seattle
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Global Support Documentation and Logistics Specialist - Trident
SeafoodsCompany Information:
Trident Seafoods was founded over 40 years ago and we are proud to
have grown to be the largest vertically integrated seafood company
in North America. We are a family-owned company with over 9,000
employees worldwide. Trident Seafoods is based out of Seattle, but
has processing plants across the United States, Europe, Japan, and
China. The real heartbeat of Trident Seafoods, however, is its
access to the natural resources in the remote coastal communities
of Alaska. We have a unique heritage, talented employees and a
company culture founded on the "can do" spirit. Trident believes
that our employees are the most foremost reason for our success,
allowing us to be the leader in the Seafood industry.Summary:
The Global Support Documentation and Logistics Specialist will
facilitate issuance of sales contracts, sales orders, transfer
orders, movement of cargo and appropriate export documentation
while protecting the title during export trade.Key
Responsibilities:
--- Issues sales contracts according to department guidelines.
--- Communicates with Alaska plants as well as local and foreign
cold storages regarding unloading/loading instructions, labeling,
and timing requirements.
--- Supports external and internal customer communication and
problem solving.
--- Initiates cargo booking and communicates shipment timing to
customer.
--- Confirms documentation requirements and plans to make necessary
documentation deadlines. Work with carrier, USDC, Chamber of
Commerce, etc. to produce necessary documents within timeframe.
--- Monitor incoming payments to prevent additional expense to the
company, related to cold-storage and demurrage.
--- Present documents under Letter of Credit and documentary
collection as necessary. In cases where full payment is pending
during transit, ensure that title is protected until full payment
is in hand.
--- Complete all order entry and invoicing processes required by
ERP sales and inventory system, BluJay Traffic Management
System
--- Supports foreign offices and sales people as required
--- Participates in coverage for and training of other team members
as needed.
--- Provides back-up coverage to reception staff as
necessary.Additional Responsibilities:
--- Performs other similar or related duties as requested or
assigned.--- Acquires knowledge of Trident's Environmental and
Safety Policies by completing required training programs and
performing designated work activities in accordance with training
and procedures/work instructions--- Notifies designated personnel
of any environmental or safety incidents or risks not previously
documented, in accordance with Environmental Awareness and/or
safety trainingsJOB REQUIREMENTSExperience:
--- Previous knowledge and understanding of importing/exporting,
logistics and shipping.
--- Previous Seafood, CPG and supply chain experience a plus.
--- Prior experience with ERP systems (JDE/SAP) a plus.
--- Excellent customer service skills
--- Ability to meet multiple tasks/projects deadlines with changing
priorities while maintaining a professional attitude.
--- Proficiency in Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
Outlook) is required.
--- Multi-lingual is a plus.Education:
--- Associate in Arts degree (A.A) or higher; or equivalent
combination of education and experience.Qualifications:
--- Strong written communication & verbal communication skills.
--- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short
correspondence, and memos.
--- Ability to write simple correspondence.
--- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and
small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees
of the organization.
--- Problem-solving: Ability to apply common sense understanding to
carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
--- Additional skills & qualifications organization, time
management, attention to detail and ability to work
independently.
Trident Seafoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
protected veteran status, age and genetic information.Trident
Seafoods has adopted a zero-tolerance and drug-free workplace
policy. Pre-employment drug examinations are required for all
employees.Any employment offer from Trident Seafoods is contingent
upon the candidate maintaining valid immigration status and work
authorization throughout employment, without any need for
immigration sponsorship by the company.
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