JOB TITLE:  Transportation Coordinator

LOCATION:  Santa Paula, CA

Job #:  8086
 

Calavo Growers, Inc. (NASDAQ – CVGW), headquartered in Ventura, CA, is the worldwide leader in the procurement and marketing of fresh avocados and other perishable foods, as well as the manufacturing and distribution of processed avocado products.  Founded in 1924, Calavo's expertise in marketing and distributing avocados, processed avocados and other perishable products enables it to serve food distributors, produce wholesalers, supermarkets and restaurants on a global basis. 
We are currently recruiting for a Transportation Coordinator who will coordinate the transportation of all of our processed food products from Mexico into the U.S.

Will coordinate the following functions:

• On a weekly basis negotiate and compare rates of US trucking companies to haul product from the border to the destination facility; monitor closely and track status of delivery.

• Review invoices on Mexico and Canadian orders.

• Review loads on high pressure product and create split loads when required; requires negotiation with third party carriers to ensure LTL arrive timely while monitoring closely the status of delivery along the route.

• Monitor load temperatures and weight of trucks for delivery.

• Review bills of lading for product; ensure freight costs are applied and entered.

• Update transportation report, email major third party carriers with information, respond to inquiries regarding report and tracking information; ensuring proper documentation is obtained and maintained.

• Perform data entry of all changes and adjustments to pricing and freight.

• Attend weekly staff meetings with operations and logistics team.

• Assist customer service staff members with changes on orders to ensure proper/on time delivery.

Requirements include a related degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides for the experience, knowledge, skills and ability required for the position, 3+ years experience in inventory and distribution (preferably in the agricultural industry), demonstrated knowledge of border crossings and customs regulations, previous experience with inventory/freight systems, solid PC skills in MS Office, excellent problem solving skills, sound judgment displaying willingness to make decisions, excellent communication skills both verbal and written (bi lingual English/Spanish highly preferred) and strong demonstrated ability to prioritize and plan work activities in an ever changing, fast paced environment.
 

*No telephone calls please.
    
Please visit us at www.calavo.com to find out more about us!
 

For consideration, qualified candidates should email a cover letter including salary requirements along with a resume via email, apply online or fax to:  805-921-3233.
 

Calavo Growers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.