Associate Logistics Specialist

Summary

CHS has an exciting opportunity in our Transportation group. We are looking for a Logistics Specialist to partner with internal and external customers to plan and execute bulk deliveries.  You must have excellent communication skills, be a tactful thinker, and can function in a fast-paced environment. 

CHS Offers:  

• Benefit eligible employees receive:  
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance + Long & Short-Term Disability  
• Paid Holidays + Paid Time Off  
• Retirement Benefits:   
• 401K with Company Match   
• Company Funded Pension  
• Profit Sharing

Responsibilities

• Shift 3am-11am
• Coordinate day-today logistics activities required for the transportation of products via rail, container vessels and trucks.
• Verify and process documents to maintain accurate records/information and prepare reports.
• Work with production plants, loading facilities, truckers, shipping lines, sales staff, and internal and external customers on transportation schedules to ensure timely and accurate execution of logistics movement.
• Expedite the transportation of products by trouble-shooting immediately when problems arise.
• Participate in distribution and network studies to help optimize delivery times and order fill rates.
• Interface regularly with product management, production operation, IT, sales staff, carriers, and customers to discuss and improve on logistics management.
• Interact daily with traders and export documentation team.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 1+ years of logistics experience  
• High School diploma or GED 
• Knowledge of Supply Chain and Procurement and/or Transportation and Logistics 

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Systems Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• 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.