Logistics Coordinator

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Generate load numbers for customer orders in a timely and accurate manner
• Schedule orders with carriers and maintain schedule changes
• Prepare and organize paperwork needed for shipments
• Ticket application for multiple products, freight matching, and filing
• Communicate professionally with customers to coordinate deliveries in a timely manner
• Contribute to inventory management of LDC products (warehouse/tanks/rail cars/containers etc.)
• Coordinate quality requirements and issues from customers with LDC lab and operations team
• Assist with setting up carriers and maintaining documents and certificates
• Utilize multiple systems to maintain carrier and freight information to assist with the coordinating of logistics for multiple products for inbound and outbound shipments
• Develop and maintain relationships with carriers, forwarders and warehousing providers as needed
• Communicate with Quality and Food Safety team to ensure compliance with statutory and internal practices
• Work with sales staff to ensure they have competitive transportation rates to accurately quote business for customers and manage existing business lanes
• Communicate with sales team any info that is helpful to determine pricing, freight risk awareness, and customer performance concerns
• Develop competence in LDC products’ markets, product qualities, and transportation needs
• Contribute to group discussions to improve processes and look for ways to elevate our business.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

• Basic qualifications:
• Strong practical accounting, analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficient on Excel and Office products.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to set deadlines and adhere to them.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Additional Information for the job

What We Offer

• We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
• - Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage - 401k with Company Match - Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays - Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)
• Diversity & Inclusion LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion. LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)