Delivery/Material Specialist

Location:

Lexington, TN, US, 38351

Position Type: Professional

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

The Material Specialist is responsible for the daily work in the distribution process and assists in the transport bookings for shipments made from the Lexington, TN facility. The Material Specialist will be the main point of contact for managing the movement of Gas & Diesel inventory via forklift from packing, to shipping lanes and finally to transports. The Material Specialist will also schedule coordination, resolving workflow problems and resolve other non-supervisory challenges.

The Material Specialist will contribute to customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate transport bookings and safe plant movement and loading of Gas & Diesel inventory. The aim is to reach operation excellence by ensuring Volvo Penta meets its customers’ expectations.

Core Responsibilities:

· Plan and process shipments of orders to domestic and international customers.

· Operate a forklift in the staging and loading of Gas & Diesel inventory to transport.

· Maintain files of shippers and other necessary documentation.

· Verify and audit shipments to customers as well as identify and correct errors.

· Process and load transport for TL, LTL, ocean container and small packaging using a forklift.

· Build strong relationships and trust with customers (internal and external); can be counted on for accuracy and reliability.

· Performs other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management to support Volvo Penta goals and objectives.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

· Ability to utilize Microsoft software products (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).

· Skilled in transport optimization.

· Physical capability for repetitive bending and lifting.

· Ability to operate a forklift.

· Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written.

· Ability to work in a team environment effectively.

· Service-minded, flexible, and good cooperation skills.

· Requires training and operation of JDE and RF Smart handheld.

· Ability to lift upwards of 70lbs.

Education and Experience:

· Minimum 2 years post high school, formal education; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Experience in operating a forklift.

· 2-3 years shipping and distribution experience.

· Excellent computer skills a must.

Target/Key Performance Indicators:

· Timeliness of Gas and Diesel staging and loading

· Shipping Backlog

· Continuous Improvements

· Excellence in Communication

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Who we are and what we believe in

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide. Volvo Group North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action employer. E.O.E./M/F/D/V.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Volvo Penta , a world-leading supplier of engines and complete drive systems for marine and industrial applications, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who works with passion, trust each other and embraces change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.

Job Category: Supply Chain & Logistics

Organization: Volvo Penta

Travel Required: No Travel Required

Requisition ID: 9228

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

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