TEMP_NEO_Transportation Logistics Specialist

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Transportation Logistics Specialist

Location: Inver Grove, MN (Onsite) Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM5:00 PM Contract: 6 Months Pay Rate: $51.45/hr. on W2

About the Role

We're looking for a Transportation Logistics Specialist to join a large agriculture and energy company supporting their truck freight operations. You'll manage carrier relationships, negotiate freight rates, and ensure materials and products move efficiently from origin to destination across multiple product lines. This is a fast-paced, high-impact role especially during harvest season, where your expertise will directly support the business at its busiest.

What You'll Be Doing

Negotiate rates and contracts with third-party truck carriers to ensure competitive, cost-effective transportation
Manage carrier relationships, capacity, and performance tracking KPIs and taking corrective action when needed
Maximize load pairing (backhauls) to drive value across product lines
Analyze current transportation operations to identify cost savings and process improvements
Load accurate freight rates into rating systems and TMS (MasterMind)
Serve as the go-to expert on freight markets sharing insights with internal teams
Resolve freight invoice issues to ensure accurate, timely carrier payments
Communicate customer and plant-specific shipping requirements to third-party carriers

Required:

Experience in truck transportation, freight logistics, or supply chain
Experience negotiating carrier rates and managing third-party carrier relationships
TMS experience (MasterMind or similar)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication
Available to work 100% onsite in Inver Grove, MN
Open to overtime during harvest season (this is a must)

Bonus Points:

Grain or commodity trading experience
Agricultural or energy sector logistics background

Exclude candidates currently employed at CHS (client confidentiality / conflict).

Interview Process: Two rounds Hiring Manager interview, then panel interview with 2-3 team members.

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