Procurement Coordinator- Freight - Reser's Fine Foods

General Summary 

Under supervision, guide/administer a variety of tasks to assist Transportation Procurement Manager. Responsible for routine procurement for Reser’s $150M annual freight spend.  Using market insights and comparative data, we will work with our carrier partners to maintain the highest possible service while managing the expectation of competitive pricing.

Benefits and Culture 

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid holidays and vacation time to name few!

We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment where people choose a lasting career because Reser’s care about their personal development & safety, and delivers a rewarding work experience. 

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

1. Updating rate tables and then uploading in Mercury Gate for carriers’ rates.
2. Updating routing guide and then uploading in Mercury Gate.
3. Aid in identifying lanes or regions where adjustments will be made.
4. Build relationships and communicate effectively with carriers.
5. Collecting and analyzing bid results.
6. Source and negotiate with carriers to move freight.
7. Coordinating efforts to onboard new carriers.

Job Requirements

1. High School diploma or GED required.
2. Minimum 2 years’ work experience preferred.
3. Demonstrated willingness to learn new skills.
4. Mercury Gate experience a plus.
5. Transportation experience a plus.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
7. Possess strong organization and scheduling skills.
8. Strong verbal and written communication skills; solid basic math skills.

Working Conditions

1. Travel up to 10% of the time.
2. Office environment
3. Collaborative environment