Reporting to Procurement Management, the Transportation Coordinator will coordinate logistics-related responsibilities.  The incumbent will specifically focus on and collaborate on inbound duties with FDP’s Buying Teams.   

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Manage and plan for inbound and inter-company/branch logistics  
• Coordinate loads from the U.S. and Mexican vendors (domestic), and ensure the accurate entry and management of load data 
• Collaborate with Buyers, Sales and Operations staff for freight and transportation arrangements, consolidating and maximizing load efficiency, and factoring various needs such as temperature, timely arrivals, and cost maintenance 
• Communicate fulfillment status, troubleshoot potential problems, and provide transport track and trace updates to key personnel throughout the load cycle 
• Manage all customs and border compliance to ensure border clearance 
• Analyze load data and monitor performance of inbound and outbound routes, freight rates, and come up with potential improvement solutions 
• Develop and maintain mutually beneficial carrier/broker relationships 
• Provide guidance and support to other Logistics Team members 

• Fresh produce or other perishable industry experience 
• Customs/cross-border documentation and broker requirements experience (preferred)  
• Post-secondary degree (preferred) 

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database programs 
• Produce Industry Knowledge with iTrade, Google Sheets, Edict Systems, Blue Book, and Food Link  
• Well-developed project management skills 
• Excellent negotiation skills 

• Good leadership capabilities (planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating) 
• Possess a positive and constructive work attitude 

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