Job Description
Overall Purpose and Objective of Position
Verify and compile records on certificated cotton, gin cotton, and all inbound and outbound cotton activity. Coordinate certificated cotton activities with all Memphis warehouse. Schedule loads for all LDC Warehouses. Apply for all ME numbers from New York Board of Trade. Handle USDA classing and sample data. Responsible for shipping and receiving.
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Compare identifying information, counts and weights of incoming and outgoing shipments of cotton to verify against Bills of Lading, invoices, orders or other records.
Post weights and shipping charges, key into computer as to appropriate customer.
Record shortage and damage to cotton. Correspond with customer to rectify damages and shortages. Adjust complaints concerning billing or services rendered.
Ensure shipment meets specifications of accuracy and completeness.
Maintain inventory of Stock and Block cotton, plus issue reports as required to customer. Complete stock reports by compiling inbound and outbound information on Stock and Block cotton.
Prepare invoices and bills of lading, lists weight and identifying number of cotton, plus additional certification billing.
Input and retrieve data from the computer. Read computer files and gather records to compile needed data.
Process job orders to determine work priorities.
Perform clerical duties including relieving at the switchboard.
Issue and transmit all receipts via EWR as well as cancel receipts daily of all shipped bales.
Perform all related responsibilities as required.
Process and schedule loads through eCotton on behalf of each LDCCS Facility.
Process and maintain all data in regards to maintaining licensing insurance and other compliance activities for all LDCCS facilities.
Qualifications
Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses
Associate’s Degree or equivalent from two-year college/technical school or two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience
2-5 years’ experience in agricultural commodity warehousing or logistics; or equivalent industry experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)
Additional Information
Company Conformance Statements
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)
Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Equal employment opportunity (EEO)
Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.
We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us