Logistics Specialist I

## Logistics Specialist IApplylocations: Overland Park, KStime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R12297As a North American leader in agribusiness and renewable fuels, The Andersons operates in a unique space, bringing together agriculture, energy, and global markets. From the farm to customers around the world, we help move food, feed, and fuel where it’s needed most. Our business spans the full value chain, which means the work we do directly supports farmers, customers, and communities every day. Whether it’s helping producers succeed, delivering essential products, or advancing more sustainable energy solutions, our impact is both local and global. What truly sets us apart is how we work together. We are a performance-driven, people-powered organization where employees are owners, sharing in our success and helping shape our future. We invest in our team through development opportunities, meaningful career paths, and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At the core of everything we do is our Statement of Principles. We are committed to providing extraordinary service to our customers, helping our employees improve, supporting our communities, and increasing the value of the company for our shareholders.**Position Overview**The Logistics Specialist supports the coordination and execution of commodity movements, with a focus on truck logistics and inventory management across multiple transload facilities. This role is responsible for reconciling inventory, validating shipment details, and ensuring accurate, timely execution of deliveries. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to collaborate across internal teams, carriers, and customers in a fast-paced environment.**Key Responsibilities*** Coordinate and monitor truck and rail movements to ensure timely and accurate delivery of commodities* Reconcile inventory across 30+ transload locations, including adjustments and discrepancy resolution* Verify shipment details (tickets, weights, dates, IDs) and ensure accuracy of transaction records* Confirm deliveries and track shipment status, resolving issues through direct communication with carriers and customers* Identify and resolve missing or inconsistent data to maintain system accuracy and minimize risk* Maintain logistics and inventory data in systems such as Agris and Excel; support reporting and documentation* Collaborate with internal teams to optimize execution and ensure alignment across operations* Support administrative logistics processes, including data entry, auditing, and issue resolution**What is Expected of You and Others at This Level*** Performs routine, entry-level assignments* Knowledge and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts gained through education and/or experience* Develops competence by performing structured work assignments* Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems* Receives instruction, guidance and direction**Competencies Expected of You and Others at This Level*** Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.* Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives* Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.* Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.* Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty. Integrity and authenticity* Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable for meeting commitments* Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations**Minimum Qualifications & Skills*** Bachelor’s Degree required (or the equivalent in work experience); supply chain, logistics management, agribusiness, or related field preferred* 1-3 years’ relevant experience required* Experience with truck logistics, inventory management, or operational coordination preferred* Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies* Effective communication skills and comfort working with carriers, customers, and internal teams* Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment**This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols, policies, procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons’ Statement of Principles.** #J-18808-Ljbffr