Senior Logistics Specialist- Allegiant Seed

Accountabilities: Coordinate with seed production managers to ensure timely product availability, shipment scheduling, and clear communication of delivery plans to customers. Create, track, and monitor seed shipments using logistics tracking systems, identifying and resolving transportation delays or other issues affecting customers and suppliers. Independently manage freight negotiations and coordinate daily transportation activities with freight teams, expediting shipments and troubleshooting logistical challenges as needed. Research, establish, and maintain effective routing and dispatch processes, optimizing transportation routes while controlling costs and minimizing unnecessary mileage and empty truck movements. Provide responsive customer service and operational support to business units and stakeholders using order tracking, sales, logistics, and inventory management systems. Develop and maintain strong relationships with strategic carriers to improve transportation reliability, service quality, and cost management. Support seed quality assurance activities and work with suppliers to ensure seed production contracts are completed appropriately. Maintain accurate logistics records and prepare operational reports throughout the shipping season and during year-end activities. Serve as a communication liaison between client plants, terminal storage facilities, internal sales and marketing teams, and customers to support efficient and cost-effective product delivery. Promote a strong safety culture by following applicable policies, procedures, and regulations, identifying workplace hazards, and taking appropriate action to address unsafe conditions. Perform additional seed operations and logistics responsibilities as required to support business needs. Requirements: Hold a high school diploma or GED. Have at least 4 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, transportation, logistics, or a related operational field. Demonstrate knowledge of the seed industry and seed quality practices, with an understanding of standard shipping procedures for bulk and packaged seed considered an advantage. Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and comfortable working with logistics tools, shipment tracking platforms, and ERP systems. Possess strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify operational issues and implement practical solutions. Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, suppliers, carriers, and internal stakeholders. Be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of independently managing competing priorities in a time-sensitive logistics environment. A bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Manufacturing, Logistics, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Statistics, or a related field is preferred. Be willing to complete any applicable pre-employment screening required for the position, which may include drug screening, criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, physical requirements, or FMCSA Clearinghouse checks, depending on job requirements and industry guidelines. Benefits: Competitive compensation based on experience, education, training, specialized skills, certifications, and applicable local requirements. Potential eligibility for additional earnings through bonuses, incentives, or commissions, depending on the position. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to plan eligibility. Wellness programs and access to health and dependent care flexible spending accounts. Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage. Paid time off to support work-life balance. Retirement benefits, including a 401(k), pension, and profit-sharing opportunities, subject to eligibility. Tuition reimbursement to support continued education and professional development. Adoption assistance, subject to applicable benefit plan requirements. Remote work arrangement, with a preference for candidates located within approximately 50 miles of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, for periodic in-person meetings and collaboration. Opportunity to contribute to agricultural supply chain operations through seed logistics, transportation coordination, supplier partnerships, and customer service.