Logistics Specialist (Internal Candidate Posting)

ProEgg•Aurora, CO

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Logistics Specialist at ProEgg, you will be responsible for analyzing, executing and optimizing transportation operations across the network, with a strong focus on carrier management, rate negotiation, and service performance. This role serves as the primary logistics authority for the company and plays a critical part in controlling freight spend while ensuring reliable, on-time delivery to customers. Under the oversight of the Warehouse Manager, you will manage day-to-day freight movements, build relationships with carriers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels in a fast-growing agricultural cooperative.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication, and relationship management skills.
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage carrier pricing and service expectations.
Understanding of transportation and logistics operations (FTL, LTL, routing, dispatch, etc.).
Ability to make quick, informed decisions in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
Ability to analyze and evaluate rates, margins, and performance data.
Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and follow-through.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Demonstrated initiative, results-driven mindset and sense of ownership.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships across departments.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel; familiarity with logistics or TMS systems a plus.
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business or related field.
3-5 years experience in supply chain logistics, transportation, brokerage, or dispatch, or combination of related education and/or equivalent experience required.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Industry experience a plus
Egg coloring experience a plus

Responsibilities

Monitor industry standards, trends, or practices to identify developments in logistics planning or execution.
Analyze freight spending and lane performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve product movement efficiency.
Manage day-to-day logistics operations, coordinating transportation, including scheduling, dispatching, and tracking inbound and outbound shipments.
Source, onboard, and manage third-party carriers to support freight needs across lanes.
Build and maintain strong carrier relationships to improve capacity, service, and responsiveness.
Responsible for contract negotiation, vendor selection, and design logistical strategies.
Negotiate freight rates with carriers and brokers to ensure competitive pricing.
Oversee end-to-end logistics communication and monitor shipment execution, ensuring timely pickups/deliveries targets are met and proactively resolving delays, service failures, and accessorial issues.
Maintain accurate shipment records, rates, and carrier performance data within TMS or internal systems.
Learn the fundamentals of procurement, including supplier coordination and order management.
Review operational and customer data to perform ad hoc analysis that supports process improvements and strategic decisions.
Identify routing and load optimization opportunities to maximize equipment utilization and reduce empty miles.
Partner with warehouse and operations teams to ensure alignment of shipping schedules and priorities.
Track and report on key logistics KPIs, including on-time performance, cost per mile, and carrier scorecards.
Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives within transportation operations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.