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Univar Solutions

Operations Coordinator I

Univar Solutions, North Tonawanda, New York, United States

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A Place Where People Matter – Growing our People to Grow Our Business We’re thrilled that you are exploring career opportunities where you can continue to make a positive difference every day to

keep our communities healthy, fed, clean and safe.

WHAT YOU’LL DO: Play 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 work 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.

Execute Transactional Activities through the SAP ERP System, including but not limited to:

Receive Materials & Containers into Inventory

Assign Storage Locations for putaway

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:

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 & returns

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

Technical acumen and familiarity with standard business computer systems

Ability to work independently and prioritize daily tasks to ensure completion of work

High School Diploma required

Specialized Knowledge/Skills: 1-2 years experience managing transactions through SAP ERP system preferred, Experience within the Chemical Industry, or other highly regulated field, preferred

WHERE YOU’LL WORK: Univar Solutions

3709 Rover Rd

Tonawanda, NY 14150

Pay & Benefits: The salary range for this position is $22.18 - $27.73. 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. [In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay]. Available employee benefits include health, vision, and dental. We also provide 401k matching for retirement and paid time off.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life‑saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

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