Outbound Logistics Assistant

Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Role
:
Outbound Logistics Assistant
Location
:
Otterburne, MB
Hours/Shift
: 8.5-hour shift, some flexibility
Vacancy Type
:
New

Get ready to Own your career as Outbound Logistics Assistant at Trouw Nutrition, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future drives us to support customers and ensure smooth operational flow.

• Support the regional implementation and ongoing adoption of Aptean tools, ensuring teams are trained, aligned, and equipped to use the system effectively.
• Partner with Customer Service to verify order accuracy, confirm customer requirements, and resolve discrepancies before production.
• Provide timely communication on production progress, order status, and delivery timelines to internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate production and shipping activities across all MB mills, ensuring alignment of schedules, capacity, and operational priorities.
• Manage outbound shipping schedules and distribute shipment plans to internal teams, carriers, and external partners.
• Coordinate with vendors to arrange and confirm both bagged and bulk deliveries, ensuring accuracy and on‑time execution.
• Collaborate closely with production planning teams to align production capacity with customer demand and shipping timelines.
• Communicate shipment plans, start times, load details, and schedule updates clearly and consistently to all relevant stakeholders.
• Optimize delivery routes by assessing geography, truck capacity, timelines, and priority requirements to improve efficiency and service reliability.

• 2 - 3 years in manufacturing ERP experience an asset
• Good computer skills
• A highly organized, proactive coordinator who thrives in fast‑paced environments and enjoys being at the center of operations, ensuring smooth planning and timely delivery.

• Experience in logistics, operations, or supply chain
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work on‑site 5 days/week
• Comfort with ERP / SAP systems is an asset

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long‑term focus.

• Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!
• Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1!
• Short‑term/Long‑term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance
• Maternal top‑up and Tuition Reimbursement
• 15 vacation days to start (tiered)
• Annual bonus

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.

Nutreco is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision‑making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.

Final candidates who are offered a position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women,…