Port Operations Specialist

ARAUCO is a global manufacturer of sustainably-produced forest product solutions for construction, industrial, and retail markets. With over 120 facilities worldwide, we manufacture and distribute the industry’s most-comprehensive selection of wood composite panels, premium plywood, millwork, lumber, and FSC-certified wood pulp.

ARAUCO is growing in North America, with innovative manufacturing, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to make a difference in the communities where we are located. We are seeking the right individuals for high-caliber opportunities in manufacturing, supply chain, maintenance, safety, and other related fields. This is a direct-hire role with benefits. We look forward to considering you as part of our team at ARAUCO!

https://na.arauco.com

How does this role fit into the success of our organization?

This role is responsible for managing Supply Chain Operations from remote locations to the customer destinations.  The Port Operations Specialist executes domestic and international Transportation Functions throughout the Logistics Network and provides reporting to management for all necessary functions of the Supply Chain. 

Role Responsibilities include:

• Participate in New Carrier Development, Logistics Network Design.  
• Receive, manipulate, and transmit master files/tenders to assigned Carriers daily.
• Dispatch outbound warehouse shipments with the TMS Software using Flatbed, Dry Van, Intermodal, LTL, Ocean Container Drayage, and Rail.
• Monitor and evaluate Carrier participation in Routing Guide for all dispatched loads.
• Evaluate Transportation Modes and continue monitoring Supply Chain effectiveness. Participate in.
• Maintain firm visibility and inventory of all damaged and/or returned products in assigned facilities
• Provide Monthly Reporting for all Logistics Processes including costs and performance measures.
• Provide recommendations for transportation planning considering costs, volumes, lane density, project needs, service levels, and other requirements.
• Analyze data populated from Transportation Software to minimize costs while executing supply chain efficiency.
• Track Shipments and report any Supply Chain issues to Sales Department.
• Railcar Management – waybilling, ordering, supply monitoring, demurrage tracking, fleet assessments.
• Analyze freight costs for the purpose of updating SAP Freight Tables for Sales.
• Monitor actual loaded weights of equipment to maximize payload and reduce costs.
• Knowledge of US Customs and Trade Policies.

What are we looking for?

• Knowledgeable:
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  • Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experienced 
  • Experience working with any TMS (Transportation Management System) software 
  • Experience in MS Excel software 
  • Past experience working with SAP and/or working for a carrier is a PLUS!
• Effective 
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  • Ability to multitask and prioritize workflow.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills 
  • Self-motivated and flexible.  
  • Ability to adapt quickly to change.  
• Collaborative 
  • Collaboration is key to Arauco’s success. This role requires collaboration with our Transportation, Sales, Planning, and customs & trade teams to be successful. 

What qualities make a great Arauco Team Member?

• Be Committed to Our Success: We succeed together and are committed to showing up, taking ownership, and doing our best every day.
• Be People Focused: We work as a team to create a safe, positive, collaborative culture.
• Operate with Integrity: We hold ourselves and our teammates accountable to operating honestly, ethically, and reliably.
• Have an Open Mind: We are willing to learn, be flexible, change and innovate to help our business and our people succeed.

What can you expect from working at Arauco?

People are our top priority at Arauco. We pride ourselves on being a global organization, while still having a safe, united, and collaborative environment.  

We are committed to providing a positive experience for our people, by ensuring they feel recognized, valued, developed, empowered, and connected.  

Benefits: We offer competitive benefits to our people, with options that meet the needs of our people.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability
• Retirement
• Gym Reimbursement
• Paid training
• Paid time-off and holiday time-off
• Annual Profit Share/Gain Share
• Structured progression model to develop your career
• Multiple programs to get involved with your community

Recognition We’ve Received:

• • Home Depot Supplier of the Year (2024)

Arauco is committed to creating an inclusive culture across the organization.

Arauco is an equal opportunity employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Additionally, we demonstrate that commitment by preventing and removing barriers for persons with disabilities.  Where it is not possible to remove barriers, Arauco will make efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities in a timely, effective and suitable manner.  If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.