Logistics Specialist

Addison Group is working to fill a Direct Hire Logistics Specialist role with a client in Addison, TX. This is a very well established company within the food and beverage industry. Targeting candidates with 3+ years experience within logistics/supply chain industry. Must have experience sourcing and managing carriers. Experience with price negotiations and scheduling of freight. This role will be working a Tuesday through Saturday schedule from 8AM-5PM. Competitive compensation and benefits. Requirements:3+ years of logistics specialist level experience Bilingual - Must be fluent in SpanishMain Duties:Responsible for sourcing and managing all fluid freight carriers and contracts.Responsible for cost analysis and pricing negotiations, as well as delivery schedules.Obtaining quotes from different suppliersInvent negotiation strategies and secure profitable deals.Cooperate with stakeholders to guarantee agreement on terms and processes.Discover and partner with trustworthy vendors and suppliers.Manages truck detention, freight charges, and truck washes to assure accurate billing.Responsible for daily logistics for liquid procurement and liquid sales.Responsible for communicating schedule changes regarding raw milk and load in/load outs.Oversee warehouse shipping schedules CDF and CDFSW and preparation of shipping paperwork.Responsible for Weekly Export Shipment Documentation and RequirementsThis role requires nights, weekends, and holiday on- call hours.This role serves as a backup to the Logistics Manager as needed.Assists with daily milk receipts with current suppliers to balance accounts.Assists with communication with producers regarding milk weight balancing and any irregularities to balance out final weight for invoicing.Assist with liquid sales order entry, and processing Bill of Ladings, and Certificates of Analysis.Ensure confidentiality and discreet handling of all business.

Created: 2025-05-22