Logistics Specialist

Summary

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. 

Compensation Data

Hiring Range: $61,400- 98,200

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.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

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

Additional Qualifications

• 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
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.