Logistics Specialist

JB•Saint Michael, MN

10d•$60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Logistics Specialist to join our team. The desired candidate will possess the ability to manage their time and keep load information organized within a fast-paced and ever changing environment.

Requirements

Associates degree or equivalent work experience.
Strong organizational and planning skills; ability to multi-task, handling frequent interruptions and shifting of priorities.
Ability to effectively communicate through multiple communication platforms (Email, phone calls, in-person conversation, etc.)
Experience working with Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel)
Safety Awareness - Follow all safety laws, policies, and procedures. Immediately report safety concerns to supervisor. Attend, and successfully complete, when applicable, all required safety training.
Quality Awareness - Comply with the requirements of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP), and Food Safety and Quality Food Programs (SQF).

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience in logistics operations

Responsibilities

Control outside carrier procurement, communication, and management. Manage new and existing carrier relationships. Negotiate rate to be cost-effective and locate dependable outside carriers to handle inbound/outbound shipments. Intervene in carrier billing and performance issues. Solicit carrier rate quotes and manage that data while determining optimal carrier based on load origin and destination. Assist in getting additional carrier data (insurance, contacts, W-9 etc.) needed to complete setup and utilization.
Manage, consolidate, and schedule load planning. Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments through recognition of geographic locations, routing, and timing. Schedule and record pickup and delivery appointments with time and mile understanding. Provide documentation to all necessary parties, internally and externally, to ensure all expectations can be met. Provide follow-up to ensure on-time pickup and delivery as needed.
Solve problems with prompt communication and decision-making abilities. First point of contact to rectify issue with buyers, sellers, carriers, drivers, warehouse/receiving office, sales, transportation as well as shipper and delivery locations. Work with Commodity Exchange Group on space availability, schedule appointments, line up backhaul (if needed) and communicate pertinent information.
Attendance: Regular, timely attendance to meet customer needs in an efficient and effective manner.
Other duties as assigned. Work special projects or assignments as directed.

Benefits

Competitive wages and paid time off plans
Robust benefits package offered 1st of the month following 30 days:
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Company paid basic life insurance and AD&D coverage with additional supplemental coverage available
Critical Illness and Voluntary Accident coverage available
Associate Purchase Program: product purchase at discounted rate
Other wonderful benefits available:
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Holidays, plus Floating Holidays
Financial coverage provided towards safety footwear
401K Retirement Program with company contribution
Gainsharing Incentive Program: Unlimited earning potential when company financial goal is achieved
Associate Assistance Programs including but not limited to mental health resources, financial and legal support.
Excellent Growth and Development Opportunities
Job-specific Training Offered
Personal Development
Leadership Development