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Logistics Assistant
Full Time | Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Do you have a knack for keeping things on track and ensuring shipments run like clockwork? Are you skilled at managing logistics and coordinating trucking operations to keep everything moving smoothly? If so, you could be the perfect fit for our Logistics Assistant position at Natural Choice Foods!
Mission
At Natural Choice Foods, our mission is to enhance our customers’ lives by supplying food at extreme value through a commitment to world-class operations, quality earnings, and maximizing the supply chain. We believe that by caring for others and caring about sustainability, we can be world-class for our people, our vendors, our customers, and our community!
Company Values
Never Settle | Care Deeply | Do the Right Thing | Exceed Expectations
Job Summary:
The Logistics Assistant is responsible for supporting all inbound logistics activity, including optimizing truckloads, scheduling vendor pickups, maintaining accurate shipment data, and coordinating with carriers. This role works closely with vendors, purchasing, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth, cost-effective, and timely transportation operations.
A Sample of the Role:
- Optimize truckloads by grouping purchase orders to reduce mileage, control freight costs, and maximize efficiency.
- Keep purchase order statuses updated in ERP and TMS systems for clear visibility across departments.
- Manage and update the inbound receiving schedule; communicate changes with warehouse, purchasing, and logistics teams.
- Support the load bid process by sharing available loads with preferred carriers, including non-NCF backhauls.
- Coordinate vendor pickups and provide detailed handoffs for the Logistics Administrator.
- Maintain accurate vendor contact information for effective communication and follow-up.
- Track and summarize carrier performance data to support service-level reviews and logistics planning.
Your Natural Ingredients to Win:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- 1-2 years of experience in logistics, transportation coordination, or administrative support in a logistics-related field.
- Proven proficiency in software including but not limited to Microsoft Excel, web-based applications, TMS, and ERP/MRP.
- Knowledge of purchase orders, shipping, and freight processes
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Functions in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written & verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external vendors.
- Demonstrates initiative and ability to follow through on tasks with minimal supervision.
Benefits of a Logistics Assistant:
Start on the Date of Hire:
- Weekly Pay
- Employee Discount
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
Eligible following employment requirements:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage (30 days of employment)
- 40 hours of Flexible Time-Off (12 months of employment)
- 401(k) with company match (6 months of employment)
- Paid Parental Leave (12 months of employment)
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NCF is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Do you need any disability-related accommodations or other considerations in the application process? Notify our human resources department upon submitting your application by email at hr@naturalchoicefoods.com.