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05/23/2016

Logistics Coordinator

Farm Management Solutions - Ohio

Farm Management Solutions (FMS) provides farmers and associations with multiple services that offer a variety of tools and resources to help them grow their business. FMS is the first nationwide company that offers agricultural producers and farm owners a one-source solution to the majority of needs and issues in their agricultural business.

Job Description: 

FMS is seeking a highly experienced Logistics Coordinator to join their team. As a Logistics Coordinator, you will be responsible for the acquisition and scheduling of all inbound and outbound shipments. The Logistics Coordinator will also be representing our company in the generating of new prospects and clients. 

Please visit  www.fmsnationwide.com for more information about FMS.

Responsibilities & Duties: 

  • Bid new business and work to ensure shipments are acquired and maintained and lowest cost is attained
  • Schedule and manage truck schedules
  • Organize and manage all necessary documentation
  • Enter shipment information and prepare billing upon confirmation of delivery
  • Provide shipment tracking, excellent customer service and problem resolution
  • Manage truck communication, bills of lading, and pick tickets
  • Manage relationships with freight forwarders and carriers
  • Keeping the carriers' legal information up to date
  • Manage claim process
  • Perform other logistics duties as needed

Requirements: 

  • 3 – 5 years of knowledge and experience in transportation/logistics of refrigerated freight
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or related Supply Chain field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience and ability to analyze market conditions and negotiate contracts and hauling rates to effectively manage freight costs
  • Ability to work independently
  • Excellent communication skills, oral and written
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines
  • Ability to exercise professional judgment and decision-making
  • Strong computer skills

Job Benefits: 

  • $30,000 base salary
  • Commission added
  • Full benefits

Interested, qualified candidates, please send resume to hr@fmsnationwide.com.

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