Logistics Specialist

CHS Inc.•Pasco, WA

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

CHS is looking for a Logistics Specialist to join our team in Pasco, WA! This individual will manage logistics activities for our PNW region, with a focus of working with external carrier partners and our own CHS drivers to coordinate product movement via truck. This is a hybrid position, and will be working on site 3 days/week with an option to work 2 days/week from home.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain and/or Procurement
High School diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

Technical, associate degree or higher.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Excellent communication and time management skills.
Ability to Multi-task
Good coordination and organizational abilities

Responsibilities

Coordinate day-today logistics activities required for the transportation of products.
Work with production plants and sales staff on transportation schedules/dispatch tender loads to ensure timely and accurate execution of logistics movement.
Select carriers and/or drivers to initiate shipments to encompass all commodities.
Participate and contribute in negotiating competitive rates or contracts with suppliers and carriers.
Manage capacity and service expectations.
Independently analyze current transportation operations practices to resolve process and cost improvement opportunities.
Manage carrier relationships and build long term partnerships.
Monitor carrier/fleet performance/KPI’s and take corrective action to reverse negative trends and maintain required service levels.
Update transportation websites and databases for contracts, freight rates, and estimates, insurance information, customer information, etc.
Deliver value goals by using knowledge of the transportation industry to make recommendations to strengthen customer and carrier/fleet relations through continuous improvement.
Optimization of our CHS assets.
Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.