Senior Commodity Logistics Coordinator

Blommer Chocolate Careers•Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Blommer has been providing delicious, high-quality chocolate and cocoa products to customers since 1939. Built as a family business, we are continuing to grow and are looking for motivated and reliable associates to help in our mission of Bringing Chocolate to Life!

Requirements

5+ years of experience in international trade, supply chain, logistics operations, contract execution, or related fields.
Experience working with suppliers, ocean carriers, and freight forwarders.
Strong coordination, problem-solving, and follow-up skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SAP, and other ERP systems.
Excellent communication skills in a global business environment.
General office environment with majority of time using computer; prolonged periods of sitting
Travel required, approximately 5-20%
Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures, and code of conduct
Comply with workplace uniform requirements and safety gear, when on the plant floor v. office

Nice To Haves

Experience in agricultural commodities, food ingredients, or related industries.
Knowledge of cocoa bean and cocoa product logistics and delivery operations.
Familiarity with exchange delivery processes and physical commodity settlements.
Experience with marine cargo insurance and tariff administration.
Experience driving process improvement and operational standardization.

Responsibilities

Lead international logistics activities related to the sourcing of cocoa beans and cocoa products.
Manage shipping instructions, vessel bookings, customs clearance, inland transportation, and final delivery within North America.
Obtain and evaluate freight rates, transportation terms, and schedules from ocean carriers and freight forwarders to select the most effective logistics solution.
Monitor shipment status and resolve logistics issues or delays in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
Coordinate marine cargo insurance activities and related communications with internal and external parties.
Manage tariff payments, refunds, and supporting records, and lead follow-up activities on outstanding recoveries.
Partner with Itochu International Inc. (III) to support the efficient importation of materials into North America.
Communicate delivery schedules and shipment updates to relevant stakeholders to support supply continuity.
Monitor the execution status of purchase contracts, including contract quantities, shipment schedules, and delivery deadlines.
Maintain and manage open contracts, identifying delays, execution gaps, and supply risks.
Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve execution issues and delayed shipments.
Support open contract reviews, ensuring execution status and required actions are clearly identified.
Escalate significant risks that may impact raw material availability or manufacturing operations.
Manage pre-shipment sampling, inspection, testing, and quality approval processes.
Coordinate activities among suppliers, Quality Assurance, inspection agencies, and manufacturing facilities.
Identify quality-related risks or approval delays and drive timely resolution.
Manage tender and stop activities related to cocoa bean deliveries through ICE Futures U.S.
Coordinate cocoa bean sampling, inspection, grading, and delivery processes.
Work closely with internal and external stakeholders including III, warehouse operators, inspection agencies to ensure accurate and timely execution of exchange delivery obligations.
Maintain records and coordinate payment, receipt, invoicing, and reconciliation activities related to exchange transact
Analyze contract execution, logistics performance, and logistics costs to identify improvement opportunities.
Drive the standardization and optimization of procedures, reporting tools, and operational processes.
Maintain and manage contracts, shipping documentation, tariff-related records, and other critical business documents.
Support internal control requirements and maintain documentation necessary for audits and compliance reviews.
Promote process documentation, knowledge sharing, and business continuity practices.