Commodity Merchandising Coordinator

About the role

The Commodity Merchandising Coordinator supports the movement of commodities and products by coordinating daily trucking and rail logistics while assisting merchandising activities. This role helps ensure timely and efficient transportation, accurate documentation, and strong communication between carriers, suppliers, customers, and internal teams. The position plays a key role in maintaining inventory flow, supporting contract execution, and contributing to cost-effective, reliable logistics operations across the company.

Responsibilities

• Cook up daily truck and rail shipments, including scheduling, tracking, and ensuring timely delivery
• Participate in process improvement efforts to enhance logistics performance and customer service
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with trucking companies, rail partners, suppliers, and customers
• Support inventory accuracy by coordinating product movement and verifying availability across facilities
• Aid in resolving service issues, delivery delays, and customer concerns
• Maintain accurate records for freight rates, contracts, and transportation related documentation
• Monitor freight costs and assist in identifying opportunities to reduce transportation expenses
• Communicate shipment schedules, service updates, and delivery changes with internal teams, customers, and carriers
• Work with carriers and internal teams to optimize routes, freight utilization, and transportation efficiency
• Support merchandising activities by maintaining position reports, contract applications, and shipment documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, agriculture, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation coordination, dispatching, supply chain, or merchandising
• Experience with truck or rail logistics preferred
• Knowledge of agricultural commodities, feed ingredients, grain, or bulk materials preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and problem solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic ERP or transportation systems
• Customer focused mindset with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners
• Occasional travel may be required
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record