Freight Buyer Job at Interlake Mecalux, Inc., Melrose Park, IL

RGtLaGg0anlUN2hCYWo3OUF1c2VFOGFMZ1E9PQ==
  • Interlake Mecalux, Inc.
  • Melrose Park, IL

Job Description

We are seeking a Freight Buyer to join our team at our Melrose Park, IL corporate office. The Freight Buyer is responsible for maintaining relationships with freight carriers and negotiating freight rates for all domestic and international shipments.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain relationships with freight carriers in order to support our logistics needs with respect to shipping our product to our customers all over the US, for shipping products
  • Contact and negotiate with carriers to obtain quotes and services. Identify new shipping carriers to fulfill our needs.
  • Communicate frequently with Sales, Customer Service, and Logistics departments in order to understand customers’ expectations related to shipments of products.
  • Study the different means of transportation available for the freight, offering various solutions to internal logistics departments in order to meet all company transportation needs
  • Examine invoices and shipping manifests for conformity tariff and customs regulations
  • Resolve all issues related with transportation and carriers, working heavily with AP department in the research and resolution of any discrepancies.
  • Manage in SAP all information related to transportation as quotes, carrier information, etc.
  • Other duties as needed

Minimum requirements:

  • At least 1 year of related experience working in a transportation function/freight brokerage.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills
  • Ability and desire to work on-site in office 100% of the time, without hybrid/remote option. This is a highly interactive and very fast-paced position requiring constant communication with Logistics and Sales departments.

What we offer!

  • Competitive compensation
  • Become part of an industry leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating
  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year
  • Possibility for telework days, depending on position, with flexible make-up time for exempt employees
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits.
  • Opportunities for career development and advancement; specialize in specific areas or gain new skills in different departments.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Immediate start, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs

W. R. Grace & Co.

Senior Mechanical Maintenance & HVAC Technician Job at W. R. Grace & Co.

 ...geographical location, market, and business considerations. Job Description We're hiring a Senior Mechanical Maintenance & HVAC Technician to join our facility services team working at our corporate headquarters campus located in Columbia, MD. This role reports to... 

SP Trans Inc

OTR Truck Driver, Owner Operator CDL A Job at SP Trans Inc

 ...freight and consistent loads. This is an OTR position for Dry Van only!! About the...  ...Harder : Say goodbye to endless miles. Our drivers earn competitive, predictable incomes without...  ...Must be an Owner-Operator with a Sleeper Truck. Must have physical damage insurance... 

Cintas Corporation

Warehouse Associate - WastWarehouse Associate - Wastewater Technician - 2nd Shift - $20.00/Hour Job at Cintas Corporation

 ...uniforms and other ancillary products, such as floor mats, shop towels and dust mops. The position is physical and requires standing for7 hours of an 8 hourshift, as well as repeated lifting, bending, stretching and twisting. Daily accuracy and productivity of work is... 

Upward Health

Care Specialist - Enhanced Care Management Job at Upward Health

 ...patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals because we know that health requires care for the whole person. Its no wonder 98% of patients report... 

Yale New Haven Health

Nocturnist Hospitalist Job at Yale New Haven Health

 ...patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Hospitalist Service job descriptions have been standardized across the Yale New Haven Health System. It is acknowledged and agreed that each...