Freight Coordinator

Steffes • Fargo, ND

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About The Position

Responsible for managing, coordinating, and supporting inbound and outbound freight requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Logistics, Purchasing Management, Supply Chain or Engineering
• 2+ years of related work experience in freight management, preferred.
• Intermediate computer knowledge (Windows, email, internet, etc.)
• Written and verbal communication
• Ability to perform math computations and analysis.
• An acceptable combination of education and experience
• This position requires walking, sitting, or standing to a significant degree.
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist, carry 50 pounds, and push and/or pull up to 20 pounds.
• Must have the ability to climb ladders and/or stairs.
• Stooping, crouching, kneeling, and bending.
• Handling, feeling, and gripping would be required for some activities.
• Visual acuity is required to inspect work completed.
• This role may be subject to internal and external environmental conditions.
• Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of related work experience in freight management

Responsibilities

• Responsible for coordinating all transportation for inbound/outbound shipments, including site and intercompany transfers. Ensures all loads are utilized at maximum capacity and optimize routing to reduce freight costs.
• Monitor and update Shipping Calendar and provide essential communication with appropriate personnel.
• Manage outbound freight charges ensuring processing fees are added to the pack list so accurate and timely invoicing can occur.
• Communicate with Carriers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of Steffes products.
• Coordinate all expedited shipments to minimize impact to production while still minimizing cost.
• Initiate, monitor, and follow up on freight claims to ensure accurate compensation is received.
• Coordinates with buyers to ensure most cost-effective transportation is selected.
• Track and trace shipments. Ensure optimal communication with Sales, Customers, & Shipping & Receiving.
• Audit, approve, and code freight bills and assist in timely payment for all freight related invoices.
• Contest any freight invoice discrepancies with freight carriers and follow up on resolutions.
• Act as a subject matter expert for best packaging practices and freight classification.
• Manage NAFTA and customs invoicing.
• Work with Logistics Specialist to evaluate freight metrics and KPI’s to support continual process improvement.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in collaborative manner with customers, suppliers, co-workers, and management.
• Helps company meet its Strategic, Quality and Safety objectives.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Low Deductible/Low Out-of-Pocket Medical Insurance Plan
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous 401K matching
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays + Paid Personal Days
• Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Resources
• Paid Military Leave
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid Paternity Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Employer-paid Virtual Physical Therapy Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level