Freight Specialist

About the role

Boise Cascade has an opening for a Freight Specialist responsible for scheduling the inbound and/or outbound delivery of products and orders to customers via contract or company truck drivers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with location personnel to arrange trucking for all freight needs.
• Utilize the RFN system to review routes, assign route numbers, and release pick ticket information to scanning equipment for trucks and/or will calls.
• Maintain the company-owned truck fleet, including truck maintenance, maintenance records, and physical inspections to ensure effective operating condition.
• Meet customer service requirements and monitor department productivity and location goals.
• Create day-to-day safety awareness and ensure compliance with DOT and OSHA regulations.
• Develop efficient delivery schedules, effectively utilizing trucks and/or contract drivers.
• Ensure timely filing of DOT reports and Driver Services records.
• Maintain profiles and freight contracts, motor carrier profiles, shipping rates, driving logs, and update the TIS system as appropriate.
• May train driving associates.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or two (2) years of equivalent work experience.
• Working conditions are primarily in an office environment with minimal physical exertion and frequent periods of sitting.

Qualifications

• Preferred: More than three (3) years of experience in a related job function.
• Technical certification or associate degree may be required.
• Knowledge and experience with DOT regulations, requirements, and truck driver safety are a plus.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to perform tasks in a fast-paced work environment.
• Proficiency in utilizing computer software applications necessary for job responsibilities.
• Ability to understand and apply basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).

About Boise Cascade

Boise Cascade has been distributing building materials and manufacturing wood products for decades. Today, we are the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States—and one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America. Our business is built on relationships, and our associates are critical to our success. We foster a people-centered approach to associate experience and engagement, rooted in our Core Values, cultivating a respectful workplace culture that attracts, connects, grows, and retains a talented workforce.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to positively impact all areas of your life—from health and well-being to career, community, financial security, and personal safety. Many benefits begin on your first day of employment. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical + Prescription Drug coverage
• Dental + Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (20 days per year)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks)
• Life Insurance