Boise Cascade Company
Assistant Freight Specialist (Finance)
Boise Cascade Building Materials Distribution has an opening for an Assistant Freight Specialist. Please review the responsibilities and needed qualifications below and apply today!
Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America - and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. And we're committed to investing in them. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life - from health and well-being, career and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
Responsibilities
Schedule the inbound and/or outbound delivery of products and orders to customers via contract or company truck drivers. Coordinate with the location's personnel to provide trucking arrangements for all freight needs. Utilize RFN system (review routes, assign route number, 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 inspection of equipment keeping them in effective operating condition. Meet customer service requirements and monitor department productivity and location goals. Create day-to-day safety awareness and DOT and OSHA regulations. Develop efficient delivery schedules effectively utilizing trucks and/or use of contract drivers. Assure timely filing of DOT reports and Driver Services records. Maintain profiles and freight contracts, motor carrier profiles, shipping rates, driving logs, etc. and update the TIS system as appropriate. May train driving associates. Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications : HS Diploma, GED, or 2 years' equivalent work experience. Working conditions are in a normal office environment with minimal physical exertion, and frequent periods of sitting.
Preferred Qualifications : Ability to perform multitask assignments within a fast paced work environment. Typically more than 3 years of experience in related job function. May require technical certification or associates degree. Effective communication skills required. Requires proficiency in utilizing computer software applications necessary for performing job responsibilities.
Competencies : Applied Learning, Collaborating, Communication, Customer Orientation, Decision Making, Initiating Action, Managing Work, Monitoring Information, Safety Focus, Work Standards.