About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a company operating in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non‑Food Retail, and Safety industries.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This Import Transportation Coordinator (entry-level) position in Manchester, MO supports the movement of imported goods from origin to destination and helps optimize transportation cost, service, and operational efficiency. You will work closely with carriers, freight forwarders, drayage providers, and internal partners to manage daily import logistics and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Coordinate daily communications with ocean carriers, drayage providers, freight forwarders, and internal business teams
• Assist with carrier selection, routing, and transportation planning to support cost-effective import movement
• Maintain transportation rates, routing data, and shipment records in company systems
• Analyze transportation costs and identify opportunities for savings and process improvements
• Support freight claim investigations and collaborate on resolution efforts
• Partner with Accounts Payable to review freight invoices and ensure billing accuracy
• Track and help resolve shipment delays, service issues, and exceptions
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects that enhance supply chain performance and customer service

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Qualifications & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, International Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred — recent graduates encouraged to apply
• Internship, coursework, or prior exposure to supply chain, logistics, transportation, or international business is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; intermediate to advanced Excel skills required
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and develop professionally
• Experience with ERP or transportation systems is beneficial but not required

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Why Join This Team

• Gain hands-on experience in global supply chain and international transportation
• Work cross-functionally with Purchasing, Customer Service, Finance, Trade Compliance, and external partners
• Build skills in logistics, transportation management, analytics, and trade processes
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the organization
• Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k with company match — eligibility per client policy)

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Additional Details

• Work arrangement: Full-time, onsite (professional office setting) — Monday–Friday
• Role level: Entry-level / early-career
• Employment type: Contract (full-time hours)
• Location: Manchester, MO (on-site)
• Confidential employer: references to the hiring organization in this posting are listed as "Confidential Client"

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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