Logistics Specialist - Vessel Operations

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

CHS, Inc. has an exciting opportunity in our Transportation division for a Logistics Specialist to join the Ocean Freight Operations team. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless and efficient transportation of agricultural products by vessel. The Logistics Specialist coordinates and optimizes vessel schedules to support timely deliveries and cost efficiency. The role works closely with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies to navigate the complexities of ocean transportation while maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.

Proactive problem-solving and attention to detail contribute to the overall success of CHS logistics operations and support the company’s mission to connect farmers with global markets.

This is a hybrid position, with an expectation of working in the office approximately three days per week, subject to change.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day logistics activities required for the transportation of products by vessel end to end.
• Work with terminals, sales staff and other stakeholders on transportation schedules/dispatch tender loads to ensure timely and accurate execution of logistics movements via CHS contracted freight.
• Calculation and negotiation of vessel laytime at each loading and discharging port.
• Monitor vessels and statuses daily to ensure contracts are executed timely and appropriately, and identify risks.
• Collaborate with others to analyze current transportation operations practices to resolve process and cost improvement opportunities.
• Maintain carrier and broker relationships and build long term partnerships.
• Monitor carrier/fleet performance/KPI’s and suggest corrective action to reverse negative trends and maintain required service levels.
• Update transportation websites and maintain databases for contracts, freight rates, and estimates, insurance information, customer information, etc.
• Record freight related AR/AP & execute payments to ensure accurate financial processing.
• Deliver value goals by using knowledge of the transportation industry to make recommendations to strengthen customer and carrier/fleet relations through continuous improvement.
• Adhere to all global trade compliance rules and regulations.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• 2+ years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain and/or Procurement
• High School diploma or GED
• Fluency in Spanish and English

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Systems Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field
• Experience in Transportation and/or Distribution
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Understanding of standard vessel shipping practices preferred
• Experience working with logistics tools preferred

Career Band: Professional Career Level: Experienced