Transportation Coordinator

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Monitor and coordinate day-to-day transportation operations performed by Shipping Specialists/Administrators to achieve targeted transport costs and level of service for domestic and international purchases as well as

product shipments, and meet operational requirements and customer satisfaction.

• Assist the supervisor in planning and monitoring working time of the Transportation team(s) in order to balance workload, track overtime, offset absences, prevent accidents and minimze business disruptions.
• Provide instant operational capacity as a Transportation team member in the event of workload spikes or absences.
• Act as main point of contact for international vendors, forwarders, customs and other regulators to address questions or issues related to operational aspects of imports/exports and transportation.
• Coordinate streamlining of import/export processes with the Trade Affairs department to secure compliance with relevant/applicable regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve communication with internal/external customers to prevent/minimize business disruptions.
• Resolve system and/or process issues involving transportation and escalate cross-functional cases to thesupervisor.
• Review consistency, accuracy and efficiency of transportation processes and drive improvement initiatives via hands-on performance monitoring, technical and behavioral (safety) trainings as well as coaching.
• Develop other transportation coordinators in international requirements to ensure backup.
• Assist the department head in personnel development, including providing guidance to performance objectives/appraisals.

• Vocational diploma in logistics

• 6 to 8 years of experience in shipping/logistics in a manufacturing environment.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in people management.

• Basic knowledge of warehouse process flow.
• Proficiency in shipping and receiving regulations and protocol.
• Good knowledge of transportation supplier landscape.
• Good knowledge of material/product safety/security norms and regulations.
• Solid IT skills (SAP preferred, MS Office)- Expertise in regulations applicable to import/export.

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.

Every essence of you enriches our world.

Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.

Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.