Freight and Logistics Specialist

Job Summary:

Washington Fruit is seeking a hardworking, team-oriented logistics professional to assist the logistics manager. This position upholds the Washington Fruit & Produce Co.’s philosophies through dedication to quality, integrity, passion, sustainability and teamwork. This is an hourly position, accompanied by paid vacation, 401(k) and health insurance opportunities. This position will work in a variety of tasks including but not limited to the following:

Duties/Responsibilities:

Load tendering/tracking

· Work with the Logistics manager to secure transportation for delivered loads as requested by WA Fruit sales. Participate in freight rate negotiations.

· Follow up with carriers to advise sales of planned shipping date if different from rate confirmation. Inform logistics manager/sales of potential service failure.

· Track load progress daily informing logistics manager and sales if there is a potential service failure or if carriers might be able to deliver early.

· Report carrier performance monthly to logistics manager.

Freight Claims

· Provide all information to carriers to facilitate claim processing.

· Track claim progress weekly providing updates to logistics manager/sales/AR on all freight claims.

Carrier Qualification

· Keep carrier records up to date reviewing insurance certs and authority quarterly.

Freight payables

· Print, sort, code and date freight invoices for payment. Remove any excess/duplicate paperwork received from carriers.

· Process freight invoices for payment weekly. Make adjustments as necessary as prescribed by the logistics manager and/or sales. Keep AP payments within carrier payment terms. Respond to carrier aging inquiries providing payment information.

· Keep freight AP files as clean as possible.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Shipping and/or logistics experience

· Strong phone skills, clear communication and people person

· Self-motivated, hardworking and problem-solving abilities

· Experience using and analyzing data to make data-driven decisions

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Yakima, WA 98902 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Yakima, WA 98902: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $30