Import/Export Logistics Specialist

Overall Purpose and Objective of PositionThis position is responsible for the execution and coordination of import and export shipments for food and feed ingredients for international and domestic shipments. In addition, this position would include coordinating warehouse activities including receiving, storing and dispatching goods to ensure on time deliveries to customers. This position would be responsible for developing key relationships with various carriers to maintain and or improve LDC’s competitive position within our industries. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with global trade regulations, optimize supply chain efficiency and maintain accurate inventory control. Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions· Maintains competitive transportation rates to accurately quote business for customers and manage shipments.· Develop competence in LDC products’ markets, product qualities, and transportation needs· Communicates professionally with customers to coordinate deliveries in a timely manner· Contributes to inventory management of LDC products (warehouse/tanks/rail cars/containers etc.)· Understand quality requirements and effectively communicate issues from customers with LDC quality and operation teams· Coordinate international shipments, including documentation, customs clearance and freight forwarding.· Track shipments to ensure on time deliveries and resolve delays or discrepancies· Prepare and maintain shipping documents such as bills of lading, commercial invoices and packing list.· Assists with other duties as assigned by the Head of Logistics· Communicate with sales team any info that is helpful to determine pricing, freight risk awareness, and customer performance concerns.· 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· Works with the logistics team to cross train and assist other team members efforts when needed· Contribute to group discussions to improve processes and look for ways to elevate our business.