Logistics Specialist

GENERAL SCOPE OF WORKManage all aspects of rail logistics and freight costs for grain merchandisers daily. Position will require additional remote work for nights and weekend coverage.

RESPONSIBILITIES LISTED BELOW:•Submit rail bills of lading daily to various railroads to move grain.•Determine rail freight costs for grain accounting.•Audit railroad freight bills for accuracy.•Submit payment via ACH or check for freight payables.•Audit and pay railroad assessorial bills including, but not limited to, demurrage, storage, diversions, overloads and weighing.•Divert rail cars if required and determine new freight costs. Submit additional payments or request refunds if overpayment occurs.•Process claims for loss or damage to grains because of railroad negligence.•Complete U.S or Canadian customs invoices and other applicable paperwork on cross border shipments.•Monitor railroad tariff rate publications for changes such as rate increases, additions, or deletions.•Maintain various freight spreadsheets for grain merchandisers to increase trading profitability.•Coordinate and monitor railroad performance and car placements as well as shuttle turn times.•Help merchants negotiate and track railroad/tariff rates.•Assist freight merchants with day-to-day trading of CP/UP/BNSF equipment.

KNOWLEDE REQUIRED FOR POSITION:(equipment knowledge, computer knowledge, etc)Candidate preferred to have 1-3 years prior transportation experience. Railroad tariff knowledge and logistics background preferred. Great communication and people skills are a must. Computer experience needs to include in depth use of excel and word. Basic math skills and ability to use a manual calculator required.