JOB SUMMARY

POET is currently one of the nation’s largest container exporter, exporting feed products to more than 20 countries. We are excited to have recently acquired a rail-to-container transload facility in Savannah, Georgia! By expanding our footprint, we will continue to drive consistency and demand within several of POET’s key markets for POET DDGS & POET CFP animal feed. Our customers have already come to expect nothing less than the best in food safety and quality from POET, and we will continue to deliver as a trusted partner!

As a Logistics Supervisor, you will ensure timely scheduled container shipments, manage container stacking operations, supervise a team of Gate Clerks (potentially supervise other job titles), and align product spec availability via rail with scheduled container shipments. You will also serve as a liaison between our local team and our logistics team at our Sioux Falls, South Dakota headquarters. You will work as part of a world-class team to provide industry leading communication and logistical execution.

DURING A TYPICAL DAY

• Work with the POET logistics team in Sioux Falls, SD to optimize container schedule workflow.
• Monitor vessel schedules at the Port of Savannah and maintain current data in POET’s operating system.
• Communicate with the POET Terminal - Savannah team effectively and help manage through challenging logistical situations.
• Provide the data necessary to complete the international container shipment documentation process to the logistics team.
• Keep current on all pertinent regulations impacting POET’s export processes through the Georgia Port Authority.
• Help manage stacking operations, container grid layout and truck traffic flow onsite at POET Terminal - Savannah.
• Advise POET Bioproducts on any discrepancies/changes in terminal production plans.
• From time to time fill in for Gate Clerks when they are short staffed.
• Assist in determining areas of opportunity to improve work processes.
• Effectively lead a team of Gate Clerks (and potentially other job titles) by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training team members. Leadership responsibilities also include delegating, coaching, managing performance and career development to effectively execute departmental strategies and support company objectives.
• Provide Terminal leadership team with a schedule of incoming railcars from area of origin.
• We’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, so your skills may be put to many other uses!

STRENGTHS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One-year relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• You have a passion for international logistics.
• 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 have strong leadership skills and capabilities.
• You communicate effectively. You’re comfortable communicating in writing and via phone/radio.
• You pay attention to details. For you, anything worth doing is worth doing right, every time.
• You are a very hard worker and eager to learn new skills.
• You have knowledge of various types of equipment and its controls.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to embrace change.
• You communicate effectively in writing and in person.
• You have the ability to understand or learn technical and day to day operation of a terminal facility.
• You know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite. You’re capable of learning new programs.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN POET

At POET we believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Culture is king at POET. We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET.
• This position operates in an office environment working at a personal computer where you may sit or stand.

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). POET complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding hiring and employment. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.