Operations Coordinator
Listed on 2026-08-29
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Operations Management, Logistics Coordination, Inventory Control & Analysis
Operations Coordinator I
Location:
Carteret, NJ, US, 07008 Company Name:
Univar Solutions USA LLC
Position Title:
Operations Coordinator I
What You'll Do:
Primary
Purpose:
The Operations Coordinator plays a crucial role in our Plants, ensuring accurate execution of transactions within our SAP ERP System and supporting critical Operations Management activities on a daily basis. Our Operations Coordinators works closely with our Operations Managers and Supervisors to drive activities through the plant, including tracking of inbound and outbound shipments, management of inventories, document retention and other various work to keep our locations efficient, safe and in compliance with internal and external requirements.
Additionally, the Operations Coordinator plays a key role for internal partners, acting as a liaison for Operations, and sharing information relating to Customer Order fulfillment and shipment status, coordinating shipments with Common Carriers, and managing the many vendor partners that Univar Solutions works with locally on a daily basis. This role requires individuals to have a solid base of understanding of how Warehouse Operations function, with the technical acumen to drive processes through our various business systems.
Deliverables:
Independently manage Transactional Activities through the SAP ERP System, including but not limited to:
- Receive Materials & Containers into Inventory, collect lab samples and testing
- Assign Storage Locations for put away
- Direct Material picks in preparation for shipment to Customers
- Review and firm Process Orders to schedule production
- Manage and scan associated documentation as needed or required to meet customer and regulatory requirements
Support critical Plant Operations Management activities:
- Support Plant Safety Activities and Trainings
- Develop, retain and control critical Plant Level regulatory and environmental documentation, and provide to third parties as necessary
- Manage procurement of indirect and capital related materials or expenses, including vendor set up, invoice management and reconciliation
- Support Operations Manager in other needed areas of focus on an as needed or project basis
Coordinate communication with other Departments as necessary, relating to:
- Sales Order Inventory Availability & Shipment status
- Shipment Coordination and Freight Claim disposition with Transportation Teams
- Status of Inbound Materials with Purchasing Teams
Support critical Inventory Control processes, including:
- Cycle Count management and execution
- Inventory Adjustments, root cause and reconciliation
- Management of container tracking and returns
- Collaborate to drive disposition of Aged Material
What You'll Need:
Education/Experience/Training:
• Strong technical acumen and familiarity with standard business computer systems
• Demonstrated understanding of Operations Management best practices
• Ability to work independently and prioritize daily tasks to ensure completion of work
• High School Diploma required
Specialized Knowledge/
Skills:
• 2-5 years experience managing transactions through SAP ERP system
• Degree in Operations Management, Accounting or Supply Chain related areas of study preferred
• Experience with in the Chemical Industry, or other highly regulated field, preferred
Pay and benefits:
The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs; benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA if applicable
What you can expect:
Strong work/life flexibility
To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews. Benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA if applicable
Competitive pay and benefits
Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of…
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