Freight Records Specialist

Ashley Furniture Industries; Ecru (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Holidays Off

Employee Discount

Professional Development

Wellness Centers

Telehealth

401(k) & Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries in Ecru, MS is seeking a Freight Records Specialist to manage and audit transportation documentation. You will verify bills of lading, freight rates, and shipment data, ensuring accuracy and compliance while coordinating with warehouse, accounting, and logistics teams.

The role requires 1–3 years in shipping/logistics and strong Excel skills, with a 7:00AM-4:00PM shift, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years in shipping, receiving, logistics, or records management.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and logistics tracking/ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Document Management: process, review, and file shipping documents (bills of lading, delivery receipts, and customs declarations)
• Data Entry & Audit: input shipment data into ERP systems
• Dispute Resolution: audit carrier invoices and shipping bills; identify overcharges, missing freight, or damages and file claims
• Compliance & Safety: ensure freight documentation meets federal, state, and internal regulations (e.g., DOT, OSHA, and customs)
• Cross-Functional Support: communicate with truck drivers, 3PL providers, and customers to track deliveries and address transit issues

Skills

Shipping & Logistics

Data Entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Build Your Career with Ashley!
Join a team committed to keeping Ashley the world’s largest manufacturer of furniture.

Build Your Career with Ashley!
Join a team committed to keeping Ashley the world’s largest manufacturer of furniture.
Title: Freight Records Specialist
Shift: 7:00AM-4:00PM
Schedule: Monday through Friday
Location: Ecru
What Will You Do?The Freight Records Specialist manages and audits transportation documentation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely data entry. They verify shipment manifests, bills of lading (BOL’S), and freight rates, linking warehouse, accounting, and logistics teams to reconcile inventory and delivery records.

• Document Management: Process, review, and file shipping documents (bills of lading, delivery receipts, and customs declarations)
• Data Entry & Audit: Accurately input shipment data—such as weight, freight charges, and item descriptions—into company databases or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Dispute Resolution: Audit carrier invoices and shipping bills; identify overcharges, missing freight, or damages and file claims accordingly.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all freight documentation meets federal, state, and internal regulations (e.g., DOT, OSHA, and customs).
• Cross-Functional Support: Communicate with truck drivers, third-party logistics (3PL) providers, and customers to track deliveries and address any transit issues.

What Do You Need?

• Education: High school diploma or GED required
• Experience: 1–3 years in shipping, receiving, logistics, or administrative records management
• Computer Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) and experience using logistics tracking and management systems.

Soft Skills: High attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and strong problem-solving abilities.
Who We AreAt Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.
Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business.
Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.