S & C Electric Company Hiring for International Traffic Supervisor Job at Chicago, IL Full Time

An International Traffic Supervisor will coordinate the daily global logistics operations for international customer orders. Will work closely with S&C team members from other areas like shipping/packing, assembly operations, production planning, International Inside Sales, and Global business units. This position will engage in the necessary internal processes to release cargo from domestic and international S&C Electric locations, arrange bookings and transportation with different carriers and 3PL partners, and complete required shipping and banking documentation (Letter of Credit) in compliance with S&C/customer/government/banking/country requirements.

You will require personal organization, communication, problem-solving, proactivity, and teamwork to succeed in this assignment . It will also require keen attention to detail, personal motivation, the ability to adapt to changes, and a willingness to learn.

Must be well-versed in international freight terminology, compliance policies & procedures for import & export shipments—knowledge of INCOTERMS and how these dictate the handling and responsibilities of an international shipment.

As special situations arise beyond S&C’s control to avoid, we may require product shipments on holidays, weekends, or other nonstandard working hours to fulfill our customers’ needs.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Preparing orders for shipping global and domestic orders ( ground, ocean, and air ). This includes but is not limited to the following:
  • Use S&C’s enterprise management tools (Oracle and OTM) efficiently to ship orders
  • Evaluating completed sales orders for consolidation to minimize shipping expenses
  • Communications and follow-up with Inside sales on order information/instructions
  • Interpreting various notes/information from the sales team to coordinate the correct shipping/billing methodology
  • Communication and follow-up with the manufacturing team regarding the schedule of material and packing information
• Create and provide accurate and compliant documentation for shipping import and export orders.
• Coordinating the logistics/transportation with our carriers and 3PL providers.
• Track and trace shipments, research and resolve any issues regarding shipping discrepancies by communicating timely to customers and vendors
• Ensure to manage accurate record keeping per S&C Policies and Procedures and U.S. CFR
• Support in quoting international and domestic shipments
• Review carrier and third-party logistics invoices, discrepancy identification, resolution, and approval for payment.
• Work with Assistant Manager – Transport & Logistics in some process improvement projects.

To select this job as one of interest to you, at a minimum, you must have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics/supply chain/other applicable major
• 3 to 5 years of Logistics/Supply/Shipping experience
• Experience with export and import logistics in all transportation modes.
• Knowledge of Import/Export documentation.
• Knowledge of international shipping regulations/compliance
• Experience with the ACE system.
• Experience working in Oracle or a comparable ERP system is a strong plus.
• Excellent attention to detail, verbal and written communication skills, along with strong computer and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently within and in support of a team-oriented environment.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus

MAJOR PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing: Minimal standing
• Lifting: Minimal
• Walking: Frequent walking short distances, including 1-2 flights of stairs
• Carrying: Minimal
• Pushing: Minimal
• Pulling: Minimal
• Bending: Minimal
• Reaching: Minimal
• Handling: Minimal

S&C is a global company providing equipment and services for electric power systems. Founded in 1911, the Chicago-based company designs and manufactures switching and protection products for electric power transmission and distribution. S&C’s Engineering teams design solutions for a portfolio of products for a wide range of customers including electric utilities and industrial/commercial power users. S&C offers broad opportunities for advancement, excellent education and training programs, a challenging work environment, and a strong package of pay and benefits.

The Human Energy of S&C has been built on the principles of integrity, enthusiasm, and sustained energy. These are the traits that S&C has always looked for and found when seeking people to join our 100% employee-owned team. S&C would not be where it is today without the diversity of our team members and business partners. We consider our diversity to be a core strength of our company, and we aspire to align our team-member demographics with the populations in which we live and work. To realize this vision, we seek to facilitate the career development of minorities, women and all team members through events hosted by our Inclusion, Diversity, Engagement and Awareness (I.D.E.A.) Group, Women’s Empowerment Group and other S&C affinity groups.