Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.   

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. 

About the job 

As an integral member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and handling logistic activities and coordinating with external parties, sites, and freight forwarders. You will have the opportunity to arrange shipments from sites to customers, create all necessary shipping documents for orders, work in the Transportation Management System (TMS), support sites with transport solutions based on customer needs, and follow up to ensure shipments are delivered to customers as expected. Your contributions will be vital to the overall success and growth of our organization. Currently, this is a hybrid opportunity in Greenwood, IN.

As a part of the team, you will: 

• Perform all functions necessary for proper processing of customer orders and quotes through the use of TMS and other systems.

• Ensure the correctness of documents issued by LCT and freight forwarders.

• Initiate, manage, and support problem-solving and improvement activities.

• Maintain up-to-date statuses of shipments and documents in TMS.

• Act as the main point of contact for internal customers, freight forwarders, and other stakeholders.

• Ensure ALPS Supply Chain processes within the unit are followed and maintained at the required KPI level.

• Analyze, create, and maintain process documents.

• Participate in ALPS, Lean Six Sigma, 5S, and other Operations initiatives.

• Conduct other tasks and instructions related to the ALPS Supply Chain as assigned by the manager.

• Ability to work in the office 3/5 days a week. 

We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

What you know: 

You are currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, International Business, Data Analytics, Supply Chain, or a related field, and:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Basic understanding of improvement tools such as 5S, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

• Strong desire to learn and continuously improve.

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

What’s in it for you?

At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.  The base salary for this role is typically $24 per hour.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.  

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