Merchandising Coordinator

POET•Sioux Falls, SD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Each day, when we show up to work at POET Bioproducts it’s our job to market and transport, as efficiently as possible, about 20,000 tons of our high quality feed products from our bio-processing facilities to our valued customers who happen to be located all over the globe. We use trucks, trains, barges and ocean vessels to make this happen and as a Merchandising Coordinator it will be your role to ensure our products get to where they need to get to when our customers need it. Sound intimidating? Don’t worry. If you are a problem solver, detail oriented, a good team player, effective communicator and are looking for an opportunity with a strong, growing company in an exciting industry, we can provide you all the necessary training and tools to be successful. This is an on-site role located in Sioux Falls, SD.

Requirements

You have a Bachelor’s degree or similar real-world experience.
You enjoy solving problems.
You don’t get flustered when things don’t go according to plan.
You love taking on challenges and finding creative solutions.
You like helping people. You’re patient and level-headed.
You really enjoy exceeding someone else’s expectations.
You communicate effectively. You write well. You speak articulately. You’re comfortable communicating in writing and on the phone.
You pay attention to the details. For you, anything worth doing is worth doing right, every time.
You’re a learner. You’re not afraid of taking on new things and stretching yourself. You’re not afraid to ask questions as you’re always looking to improve.
You know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite. You’re capable of learning new programs.

Responsibilities

Work with trucking companies to schedule shipments.
Disseminate transportation instructions to our freight partners.
Interface with POET bio-refinery personnel to ensure superior customer service.
Accurately enter transactional data into our ERP system.
Reconcile product shipment data with accounting as necessary.
Provide contract management support to merchandisers.
Coordinate barge shipments.
Respond to customer requests for information and resolve any service issues.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
401K with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE!
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
Discounted home and auto insurance