Metals Logistic/Traffic Coordinator Intern

CFC Recycling; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

CFC Recycling is seeking a Metals Logistics / Traffic Coordinator Intern to plan, schedule, and execute movement of scrap materials and finished metal products. You will coordinate truck, rail, container, and broker activity, serving as the main liaison among traders, suppliers, yard operations, customers, and accounting.

The role emphasizes freight efficiency, cost reduction, and accurate shipment records, with emphasis on DOT/safety compliance and strong communication across teams.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Transportation, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent industry experience may be substituted for formal education.

Responsibilities

• Logistics & Transportation Management: Schedule inbound and outbound shipments of ferrous and non-ferrous materials, coordinate truck, rail, container, and intermodal shipments.
• Secure freight rates and transportation capacity from internal/external carriers and brokers; optimize routing to minimize costs and transit times.
• Track shipments; resolve delays or scheduling conflicts; maintain carrier performance metrics including on-time delivery and cost effectiveness.
• Issue shipping instructions; coordinate pickup and delivery appointments; communicate daily shipment schedules to operations, traders, suppliers, and customers.
• Monitor carrier arrivals/departures to ensure efficient yard flow; verify weights, scale tickets, bills of lading, and shipping documentation.
• Inventory & Documentation: Enter, track, and maintain scheduling/shipment records within CROW/RIMAS; reconcile documents and freight bills.
• Accountable for inventory movements across yards, facilities, and customer locations; prepare weekly logistics reports.
• Carrier & Vendor Management: Develop relationships with trucking companies, railroads, brokers, 3PLs; negotiate rates when authorized.
• Monitor carrier performance; recommend changes to improve service levels; assist in contingency planning during disruptions.
• Commercial Support: Work with traders/commercial teams to ensure freight economics align with trading margins.

Skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Inventory/shipment tracking software

Job description

Position Summary

The Metals Logistics / Traffic Coordinator Intern is responsible for planning, scheduling, and executing the movement of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap materials, finished metal products, and related commodities. This position coordinates truck, rail, container, and broker activity to ensure material is moved safely, cost-effectively, and on schedule while maintaining accurate shipment records. The coordinator serves as the primary liaison between traders, suppliers, transportation providers, yard operations, customers, and accounting to maximize freight efficiency, reduce transportation costs, and support commercial objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Logistics & Transportation Management
• Schedule inbound and outbound shipments of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
• Coordinate truck, rail, container, and intermodal shipments.
• Secure freight rates and transportation capacity from internal/external carriers and brokers.
• Optimize freight routing to minimize transportation costs and transit times.
• Track shipments and proactively resolve delays, service failures, or scheduling conflicts.
• Maintain carrier performance metrics including on-time delivery and cost effectiveness.

Traffic Coordination

• Issue shipping instructions and coordinate pickup and delivery appointments.
• Communicate daily shipment schedules to operations, traders, suppliers, and customers.
• Monitor carrier arrivals and departures to ensure efficient yard flow.
• Verify weights, scale tickets, bills of lading, and shipping documentation.
• Ensure all loads comply with DOT, environmental, and company safety requirements.

Inventory & Documentation

• Enter, track, and maintain scheduling and shipment records within CROW/RIMAS.
• Reconcile shipping documents, invoices, and freight bills.
• Accountable for inventory movements across yards, processing facilities, and customer locations.
• Maintain accurate records of received/shipped material grades, weights, and destinations.
• Prepare weekly logistics reports of scheduled and shipped orders.

Carrier & Vendor Management

• Develop and maintain relationships with trucking companies, railroads, brokers, and third-party logistics providers.
• Negotiate freight rates and service agreements when authorized.
• Monitor carrier performance and recommend changes to improve service levels.
• Assist in developing contingency transportation plans during market disruptions or service interruptions.

Commercial Support

Work closely with traders and commercial teams to ensure freight economics align with trading margins.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Transportation, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent industry experience may be substituted for formal education.

Experience

• Prior experience in logistics, traffic, transportation, or supply chain coordination. 2yrs plus preferred
• Experience in metals recycling, scrap, steel, manufacturing, commodities, or bulk materials preferred.
• Experience coordinating truck and rail shipments is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with export logistics and container shipping is a plus.

Strong Understanding Of

• Truckload and LTL freight
• Rail logistics
• Freight brokerage and carrier management
• Bills of lading and shipping documentation
• DOT transportation regulations

Proficient With

• Microsoft Excel
• Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
• Inventory and shipment tracking software

Excellent

• Organizational skills
• Negotiation skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Multi-tasking capability in fast-paced environments
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

This role works closely with Traders, Yard Managers, Purchasing, Sales and Accounting, Transportation Providers, Suppliers and Customers. This is a position requires excellent communication skills.

CFC Recycling is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are members of The Tennessee Drug Free Workplace. The candidate that is chosen must be able to pass all required employment screenings which consist of (Multiple interviews, Background Checks, Drug Screens and Employment Documentations and Verifications) prior to employment.