Freight Manager - Berkshire

Dairy Farmers of America; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Transportation Planner to manage daily planning, execution, and coordination of shipments for Berkshire Dairy and Food Products LLC. You will optimize routes, schedule loads, and work with carriers to ensure on-time delivery with high service.

Requirements include 2–5 years in logistics planning, knowledge of distribution and regulatory frameworks, and experience with transportation management systems; strong communication, problem-solving, and attention to

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in business, logistics, supply chain or related field.
• 2–5 years in logistics planning, transportation, distribution, or related experience.
• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily dry and refrigerated truckload, LTL, and specialized freight movements.
• Plan and prepare schedules balancing all parties' needs with load efficiency and profitability.
• Develop and maintain relationships with carriers, brokers and transportation providers.
• Communicate with plant personnel, broker/asset carriers, and warehouses to resolve shipment issues and adjustments; keep all parties informed of changes.
• Ensure freight is scheduled and executed according to customer delivery requirements and warehouse capacities.
• Reconcile transactions in the systems and with customers, haulers, and members daily.
• Ensure proper documentation and data entry for product and freight data in systems.
• Review weekly activity and provide month-to-date performance estimates when appropriate.
• Assist with or perform demand forecasts for peak delivery periods.
• May negotiate contract terms and rates within internal parameters.

Skills

Distribution & logistics

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Undergraduate degree in business or logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

TMS software

Job description

General Purpose:

Is responsible for the daily planning, execution, and management of transportation activities supporting Berkshire Dairy and Food Products LLC operations. Including the planning/consolidating, scheduling, sourcing, and transportation of products to distributors or internal/external customers across the country. Ensure products are delivered at maximum efficiency, quality, and customer service. Determine economical and efficient routes and address challenges associated with the movement/transportation of the product. Ensure all transactions are tracked and accurately recorded in our Transportation Management System (TMS). Use prescribed guidelines or policies as well as prior experiences and judgment to analyze and resolve moderately complex problems. Serve as a key liaison between carriers, warehouses, customer service, supply chain teams, and external logistics providers.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily dry and refrigerated truckload, LTL, and specialized freight movements
• Plan and prepare schedules that balance all parties' (member, customer) needs with planned load efficiency and profitability
• Develop and maintain relationships with carriers, brokers, and transportation providers
• Communicate with plant personnel, broker/asset carriers, and warehouse/shipping locations to resolve shipment and/or service issues, special deliveries, and order adjustments; keep everyone informed of critical changes
• Ensure freight is scheduled and executed according to customer delivery requirements and warehouse capacities. Review transportation requirements and determine the most cost-effective shipping solutions
• Ensure all transactions are tracked and accurately recorded in the appropriate systems. Reconcile assigned transactions (pickups/receipts) with customers, haulers, members, etc., daily
• Ensure plant managers/staff, suppliers, customers, and haulers have properly documented, reported, and entered all product and freight data required in the systems
• Review with management the status of current week's activities and transactions; provide an estimate of current month's performance, if appropriate
• Assist with or perform demand forecasts for peak delivery periods
• May negotiate contract terms and rates with carrier base, understanding current contracts and defined internal parameters to work within
• Support carrier onboarding by coordinating contracts, insurance documentation, compliance requirements, and system setup activities. Work with internal legal and procurement stakeholders regarding carrier agreements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in business, logistics, supply chain, distribution management, or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
• 2 to 5 years of logistics planning, transportation, distribution, supply chain, or related experience, applying knowledge of the motor carrier industry; experience with transportation management systems
• Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and economics of distribution and logistics
• General knowledge of regulatory requirements, rules, and regulations (DOT, GMP, USDA, OSHA, HACCP)
• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism{
  
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to problem solve, multi-task and prioritize work activities
• Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to make independent decisions
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans