Strategic Freight & Logistics Coordinator

Alsum Farms & Produce Inc.; Friesland (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Alsum Farms & Produce Inc. in Friesland, Wisconsin, seeks a Transportation Coordinator to manage daily freight operations and ensure timely, cost-effective shipments.

You will act as the primary contact between carriers, suppliers, customers, and internal teams to keep goods moving and compliant. The role requires coordinating inbound/outbound shipments, negotiating rates, monitoring status, and using TMS/ERP systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in logistics, transportation coordination, dispatching, or freight brokerage preferred.
• Experience in produce, agriculture, or refrigerated transport is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule inbound and outbound freight shipments to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
• Negotiate freight rates and secure transportation capacity with carriers, brokers, and load boards.
• Monitor shipment status and communicate updates to customers, carriers, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Develop and maintain relationships with shippers, carriers, brokers, and transportation partners.
• Provide exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries and transportation issues.
• Collaborate with Buyers and Sales teams to support transportation needs.
• Utilize TMS, ERP systems, load boards, and related technology to manage freight operations.
• Schedule and coordinate outbound delivery appointments for national customer orders.
• Ensure shipping documentation (BOLs, insurance certificates, invoices) is completed.

Skills

Carrier coordination

Freight negotiation

Customer communication

Strong organizational skills

Microsoft Office & Google Workspace

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

TMS

ERP systems

Load boards

Job description

Alsum Farms & Produce Inc. in Friesland, Wisconsin, seeks a Transportation Coordinator to manage daily freight operations and ensure timely, cost-effective shipments.

You will act as the primary contact between carriers, suppliers, customers, and internal teams to keep goods moving and compliant. The role requires coordinating inbound/outbound shipments, negotiating rates, monitoring status, and using TMS/ERP systems.