Logistics Administrator

Logistics Administrator

We are looking for an experienced logistics administrator to oversee transportation logistics operations for a leading organization in Lincoln, NE. This long-term contract position requires a detail-oriented individual capable of managing truck transportation activities, ensuring cost-effective delivery solutions, and maintaining high performance standards. The role involves collaboration with stakeholders and carriers, as well as providing insights into freight markets and optimizing transportation strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate truck transportation activities to ensure timely and efficient delivery of materials and products.
• Analyze freight markets and negotiate competitive rates with carriers, ensuring cost-effective transportation solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to provide market-based pricing and maintain accurate freight rates in relevant systems.
• Monitor carrier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to address service issues.
• Maintain and update internal databases, spreadsheets, and systems related to contracts, freight rates, and customer information.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reductions within transportation operations.
• Act as a subject matter expert on transportation markets, providing insights and guidance to stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with third-party truck carriers, ensuring profitability and alignment with organizational goals.
• Oversee compliance with customer and plant-specific shipping requirements across multiple product lines.
• Support enterprise transportation strategies through capacity management, rate negotiations, and shipment execution.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing favorable rates and contracts.
• Proficiency in using databases, spreadsheets, and transportation management systems.
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends for process improvement.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders and carriers effectively.
• Familiarity with KPIs and performance monitoring in transportation operations.
• Understanding of freight markets and pricing strategies.
• Flexibility to work overtime during peak seasons, such as harvest periods.