Logistics Support & Operations Coordinator

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Le Mars, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Kemps, a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), seeks a Logistics Support Specialist to perform daily administrative logistics and coordination activities in support of a logistics, transportation, and/or distribution team. Gather operational data, generate standard reports, perform entry into databases or systems, maintain records, and assist with ad-hoc requests.

Take calls from customers and drivers to resolve issues and support the distribution team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience in logistics, transportation, warehouse, distribution, or related environment.
• Certification and/or license may be required during employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and ad-hoc administrative logistics tasks, customer service, reporting, and support daily operational activities.
• Track and maintain vehicle records with supervisors (overweight permits, fuel cards, registrations, inspections).
• Assist fleet maintenance with receiving, inspecting, and inventorying parts; maintain spare parts inventory.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Data gathering

Report preparation

Problem solving

Time management

Education

High school diploma

1–3 years logistics experience

Certification/License possible

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kemps, a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), seeks a Logistics Support Specialist to perform daily administrative logistics and coordination activities in support of a logistics, transportation, and/or distribution team. Gather operational data, generate standard reports, perform entry into databases or systems, maintain records, and assist with ad-hoc requests.

Take calls from customers and drivers to resolve issues and support the distribution team.