The Freight Coordinator will schedule incoming and outgoing cargo and freight shipments to be transported via truck, train, or other means.
Role and Responsibilities
- Coordinating with the warehouse manager to schedule Kilcoy managed inbound and outbound freight carrier deliveries/pickups of frozen and fresh perishable goods.
- Manage FTL/LTL domestic and international container loads.
- Negotiate rates & services with major cross-divisional carriers.
- Identify and utilize carriers that maintain food safety and quality standards.
- Utilize ERP software for managing orders and scheduling
- Understand, practice, and enforce Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP's) and Company food safety policies and procedures to ensure the safety of our products
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications and Education Requirements - High School Diploma or GED; some college preferred
- 5+ years of experience in a production environment with duties directly related to transportation logistics, including inventory management, trucking bids, coordinating with warehouse operations and customer service.
- Experience working in a food processing environment
- Knowledge of database management, including enterprise software.
- MS Office proficiency, especially Excel
- Knowledge of GMPs, SPC, HACCP, OSHA, and USDA regulations.
Salary Description
$60-$65k yearly