What you will be doing:

• Communicates and confirms load dispatches to the freight carrier or GFS driver.

• Secures carrier or GFS resources on an as needed situational basis, including expedited shipments and seasonal activities.

• Ensures pickups occur on time as determined by the dates on the purchase orders.

• Confirms pickup dates of the load with the carrier or GFS driver.

• Follows-up on load status and communicates in a timely manner to Analysts all necessary information of load status.

• Collaborates with Analysts, operations, receiving, and our carriers to maximize efficiency of loads.

• Manages the communication and flow of product through Capstone consolidation points.

• Develops and maintains good relations with suppliers, carriers, internal and external customers.

• Evaluates lane based activities to identify and implement cost reduction opportunities.

• Lane performance measurement and evaluation.

• Adheres to and supports freight management strategies.

• Coordinates vendor returns as needed.

• Determines the most cost-effective method of freight for shipments and tender loads to appropriate transportation provider.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the table:

• Vocational – Knowledge of freight management and supply chain activities.

• Mathematical – Must demonstrate math and accounting aptitude.

• Reasoning – Ability to compare/contrast, innovate, analyze, coordinate, and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems.

• Communication – reading (standard), writing (email, business/professional), speaking (basic, conversational, phone). 

• Human Relations – Teamwork, positively interact with others, strong relationship building and commitment to Cornerstone Value of Customer is King, honesty, integrity.

• Self Management – Self directed, focused, ability to prioritize, discretion, decision making, fluctuations in workload.

• Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of supply chain management and foodservice industry.