Sr. Freight Logistics Coordinator

Rolls-Royce•Mankato, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Freight Logistics Coordinator manages end-to-end logistics operations, vendor and carrier relationships, and process improvement initiatives to ensure cost-effective, timely, and compliant movement of goods. The role supports domestic and international logistics, resolves escalated issues, and drives continuous improvement across the supply chain. The position is full-time and located in Mankato, Minnesota. Relocation assistance is not available. The role leads shipment scheduling, documentation, and compliance; manages vendor and carrier performance and related contracts; analyzes logistics data to find cost savings and improve transportation routes; and supports import/export compliance, audits, and regulatory reviews. It also mentors junior team members, trains them in best practices, collaborates across functions, and continually analyzes industry and operational data for improvement opportunities. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The listed annual pay range is $68,255–$110,915. Rolls-Royce describes the position's total rewards package as including base pay and a discretionary bonus plan, with other benefits available subject to eligibility.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field and 4 years of experience in customer compliance and/or logistics; or a bachelor’s degree in those fields and 2 years of such experience; or a master’s degree in those fields; or a JD/PhD in those fields; or 6 or more years of customer compliance and/or logistics experience in lieu of a degree.
Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.
Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of supply chain management, business operations, and resource planning, including strategic planning, customer service, production, and cross-functional coordination.
Demonstrated ability to manage third-party vendors, including tender creation, contract negotiation, and coordination.
Experience preparing and reviewing domestic and international shipping and customs documentation to ensure compliance.
Proficiency with logistics and transportation management software, including implementation, optimization, and analytics.
Proven ability to resolve complex shipment discrepancies or delivery issues in collaboration with carriers, internal teams, and external partners.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate end-to-end domestic and international logistics operations, including shipment scheduling, documentation, and compliance.
Oversee vendor and carrier relationships, including contract negotiation, performance evaluation, and resolution of escalated billing or service issues.
Analyze logistics data to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize transportation routes, and implement process improvements.
Ensure compliance with import/export regulations and company policies, and support audits or regulatory reviews as needed.
Mentor junior team members and provide training on best practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
Analyze industry and operational data on an ongoing basis to identify continuous improvement opportunities.