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Logistics Coordinator – Assist the logistics manager in managing the day-to-day operations of the inbound logistics department at the Heartland Produce Co. Kenosha, WI Facility.

Hours: 8am to 5pm Monday thru Friday; every other weekend (will be discussed upon interview)

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Keep Department on-budget which entails continuously optimizing the logistics operations and exploring effective ways to reduce expenditures while enhancing the customer experience

· Work closely with transportation partners to negotiate rates

· Effectively communicate with procurement staff and carriers on the dispatching of loads, follow up with location updates daily and sets arrival schedules and appointments

· Work with carriers, vendors and co-workers to mitigate claims

· Interact with carriers regarding billing issues to ensure accurate, timely payment

· Maintain effective/professional relationships with customers, produce vendors, carriers and co-workers

· Collaborates with warehouse receiving department to effectively receive loads and communicates to our transportation partners if any discrepancies are noted

· Ability to analyze opportunities and make recommendations on options and/or alternatives to improve upon appropriate KPI’s

Qualifications:

· High School diploma or equivalent required – Associates/Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or Transportation preferred

· 5 years’ supply chain/logistics experience in industry-specific field (produce wholesale)

· Must have great communication skills both written and verbal (via phone, emails, texts, etc.) to communicate with multiple departments

· Able to prioritize and multi-task in a high-stress environment

· High degree of critical thinking skills – investigate discrepancies within the supply chain

· Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality

· Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook

Benefits and Compensation

· Salary based on experience

· 100% paid insurance, (Medical, Basic Life and Dental) for employees -- eligible after 31 days

· 80% paid insurance (Medical and Dental) for dependents -- eligible after 31 days

· Vision and Voluntary life insurance

· Short-term and Long-term disability coverage

· Critical Illness and Accident coverage

· Flex Spending Account

· Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) – Employer Match up to 5%

· Paid Time Off and Holidays

· Tuition Assistance Program

· End of the year bonus

Advancement opportunities available to those willing to better themselves and the company by going above and beyond for our customers.

Work with us to deliver consistent results for our customers. We are excited to grow with you!

This list of job duties is intended to provide a general overview and is not exhaustive. We value flexibility and collaboration, and as such, additional responsibilities may arise to support our team and organizational goals. Those assigned to this role should be prepared to undertake tasks beyond those specified and adapt to dynamic work expectations.

We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Join us in building a team that reflects the diversity of the world we live in.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Supply Chain/Logistics/Transportation: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person