Export Specialist A bit about the role. Butternut Box is looking for an Export Specialist to join the high-performing Supply Chain team. You will report into the Export Lead and will work cross-functionally across the whole operation. You will be working alongside an energetic team where your focus is to take full ownership of the supply chain to your region. You will plan the exports, communicate the requirements to all stakeholders, ensure they are executed to a high standard, follow and report on progress on their route and complete all systematic transactions to match. As we are a growing business, this will be a dynamic role which will also flex across our operations, giving the unique opportunity to have a full view of our total supply chain. From October this year we will become a multi production facility business and with that come a number of challenges and opportunities that we can’t wait to get you stuck into. Some travel might be required on an ad hoc basis to the fulfilment centre in your region, Box Office or events. Key responsibilities: Export/Import Coordination Taking direct responsibility for stock availability & waste within your region Planning when to send stock based on production plans, fulfilment plans, forecast demand and capacity & agreed stock holding strategy for each category Manage out of stock/back in stock communications in your region Work closely with the Supply Chain Specialist to ensure stock availability isn’t an issue for your operation Coordinate with warehouse team and hauliers to ensure an minimum OTIF of 98.5% Ensure accuracy of issued paperwork by working closely with the Vet who issues the health certificates that accompany our loads to the regions Conduct the relevant SAP transactions to ensure an accurate systematic picture of stock Share learnings from within your category with others in the team ensuring we are consistently striving for better as a team, and continuously improving how we operate Analysis & Reporting Perform weekly analysis of available inventory vs forecasted demand Consistently reviewing the supply chain for improvement & implementing identified improvement activities aligned with key stakeholders Supplier Performance monitoring, KPI management & reporting Supplier & Category Management Working with SC Specialists & buyers to ensure their suppliers comply with Butternut Box’s delivery standards in your regions Organise stock returns and perform the necessary SAP adjustments Liaise with our hauliers to determine delivery status of trailers Identifying and resolving supply issues to avoid any impact on operations, customers & margin Working with the buying team and SC Coordinators to establish a category stock holding strategy & reporting on this Work with Regional Operations Managers to close the loop on Exports and maximise availability A bit about you: You are dynamic, entrepreneurial and a self-starter who works proactively, is inquisitive and is excited about the opportunity to work in a rapidly scaling startup We’re looking for someone to come in and hit the ground running, bringing fresh ideas and enthusiasm to the team. You’ll play a pivotal role in supplier management, enabling our key operations to run smoothly by having the right stock and resolving any supply chain issues that arise. Experience in an Operational role (Warehouse, Fulfilment, Supply Chain or Production) Experience with working with SAP or equivalent ERP system A working knowledge of computer-based systems including eMail and Spreadsheets (we work with a lot of them) Interest in learning and contributing to the improvement of our export/import operations Resilient and work well under pressure Organised with a keen eye for detail Inquisitive, you seek answers where these might not be obvious Flexible with a strong ability to adapt to changing priorities and needs of the business Strong communication skills & enjoy problem-solving A team player Creative with an open-minded approach, a hunger to learn and a desire for self-improvement LI-Onsite