International Documentation Assistant

About the Role

Position Overview

The International Documentation Assistant is responsible for collecting and assembling all documents necessary so Scoular’s customers can successfully import cargo in a timely fashion allowing Scoular to get paid in full per contract terms. This role collects and compiles relevant documentation for export or import shipments in accordance with the underlying contract terms and governing regulation (domestic and international). This position interacts with domestic service providers, our global customer base and banking channels, and is instrumental in ensuring successful cargo clearance and payment collection. As this position works with global customer base located in different time zones, this role needs to communicate clear documentation instructions to suppliers and customers in a timely manner.

Job  Responsibilities

• Review and verify sales contracts, shipping instructions and Letters of Credit. Clarify and adjust when required
• Apply, review and collect various 3rd party documentation - such as Phytosanitary Certificate, Quality Certificates, Ocean Bills of Lading
• Ensure acquired documentation is complete and accurate, presented to customers and / or banks prior specified due dates
• Responsible for collecting, producing, and assembling on all assigned contracts the shipping documents necessary for presentation for payment
• Communicate and follow up with all parties involved to make sure all required docs are received correctly and in a timely manner
• In order to make shipments successful, the International Documentation Specialist must work closely with the Scoular merchants, logistics department, trade finance, banks, suppliers, customers, and ocean freight providers from around the globe
• Respond to customer inquiries and communicate with customers and internal stakeholders to provide updates regarding assigned shipments
• Maintain transparency of progress of the process above for manager or any party of the transaction. Make sure all the documents are acquired prior to due dates specified by management

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Why work here?

Scoular has been leading the way in safe, reliable, and innovative supply chain solutions for over 130 years. Our business is feed and food, transportation and logistics, and our people are our passion. In everything we do, we put relationships first and always leave room for what's possible.

We are a $10 billion company filled with problem solvers and compassionate leaders committed to revolutionizing the future of agriculture. With 1400 employees and over 100 offices and facilities across North America and Asia, you can count on Scoular people.

We are committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees. We support customers and communities around the globe and believe our workforce should reflect that diversity.

Scoular Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people. Learn more about diversity and inclusion commitments

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