Cold Chain Logistics Coordinator

OmahaSteaks.com, LLC; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Steaks is seeking a Logistics Specialist to manage inbound/outbound freight, coordinate with 3rd-party carriers, and support the procurement, production, and distribution teams.

You will monitor shipments, optimize cost and service, and ensure compliance across transportation partners. A 4-year degree and logistics experience are preferred; strong communication and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree or equivalent.
• Two years' logistics coordination experience with transportation background.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong communication, customer service and problem-solving.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Flexible, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to supervise and mentor staff.
• Veterans encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with procurement, supply chain and fulfillment to ship freight.
• Sources and dispatches third-party carriers for dry TL and temperature-controlled freight.
• Vet rates and select cost-effective carriers balancing cost, service, and delivery.
• Operates TMS (McLeod) to dispatch inbound/outbound shipments.
• Negotiate and manage transportation agreements; obtain bids and monitor shipments.
• Directly supervise the Logistics Coordinator and assign work.
• Code invoices and maintain KPI reporting and transportation budgets.
• Support the private fleet backhaul program and cross-functional logistics projects.

Skills

Logistics coordination

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

McLeod TMS

Job description

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Industry Logistics procurement distribution and supply chain

Highlights

• Responsible for forecasting the daily inventory requirements needed from multiple locations for consumer direct shipping
• Monitors inventory levels to determine shipping requirements on a daily basis and places orders with production and outside cold storage facilities following FIFO policies
• Maintains strong vendor relations with Cold Storage facilities and negotiates with vendors on rates

Description

Job Summary:

The Logistics Specialist will be accountable for managing Omaha Steaks inbound/outbound freight shipments supporting the Omaha Steaks logistics and supply chain teams. The individual will be responsible for effective communication with 3rd-party suppliers, coordinating freight to and from various Customers/Vendors/ & Omaha Steaks locations. They will serve as a liaison between the procurement, production, inventory, distribution, sales, and logistics team, providing timely resolution to any transportation issues and concerns.

Essential job duties include but are not limited to:

• Coordinates with various internal business groups such as procurement, supply chain, and the fulfillment teams to efficiently ship freight to/from Omaha Steaks locations and 3PL vendors.
• Sources, evaluates, onboards, and dispatches third-party carriers to effectively transport dry truckload (TL) and temperature-controlled freight to and from Omaha Steaks locations.
• Vets 3rd party carrier freight rates and determines the most cost-effective carrier for each shipment, exercising independent judgment in carrier selection and the allocation of transportation spend while balancing cost, service, capacity, and delivery requirements.
• Operates TMS software programs (McLeod) to dispatch carriers to fulfill inbound and outbound shipments for the procurement, supply chain, and Logistics teams.
• Manages the coordination of transportation agreements with carriers and 3PL brokers, working closely with Risk and Legal to ensure agreements align with company requirements, insurance standards, and compliance expectations. Obtains bids, tenders loads, and monitors shipments with approved transportation partners.
• Directly supervises the Logistics Coordinator, providing direction, assigning work, supporting development, and ensuring day-to-day transportation activities are completed effectively.
• Reviews, accounts for, and codes transportation invoices; maintains KPI reporting, budget tracking, and other reports that support Logistics operations and transportation spend management.
• Supports the OTR private fleet backhaul program and assists with logistics projects as assigned by the Senior Logistics Manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 4- year college degree or equivalent
• Two years' experience in logistics coordination with a transportation background.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Applications
• Self- started with strong customer service, communication, detail-oriented, and critical-thinking skills.
• Flexible, problem-solver with the ability to work in a fast-paced professional environment
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Applications
• Possess strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent planning and effective communication skills
• Time management skills – willingness to adapt and be flexible when issues arise
• Reliability – willingness to work various hours to ensure all shipping-related issues are addressed in a timely manner

Special Note:

• Military Veterans and their spouses are encouraged to apply.

EEO Statement:

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender, and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.

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