Hybrid Logistics Specialist bei FOODMatch

Come join a growing team! FOODMatch is searching for a Logistics Specialist to join our Fulfillment & Logistics team.

FOODMatch is a producer and importer of Mediterranean specialty foods with a focus on olives, antipasti, and ingredients. Founded in 1996, FOODMatch is a producer and importer of Mediterranean specialty foods with a distinct expertise in traditionally and responsibly crafted olives, antipasti, spreads, sauces, and ingredients. FOODMatch plays an integral role in ensuring the quality of our products. The FOODMatch difference begins in the fields and groves. We are vertically integrated with our partners to ensure that each step along the production chain is completed to meticulous standards: from irrigation and pruning, to harvesting, sorting and stuffing by hand, to expertly curing and preserving, we ensure each ingredient delivers its natural flavor, color, and texture. Simply put, no detail is spared.

Through the hands of our growers we create great tasting, responsibly produced, authentic foods that nurture community and enhance your quality of life.

We are seeking a Logistics Specialist to join our Fulfillment & Logistics (F&L) Department. We are looking for a motivated individual who seeks opportunities in ocean freight and domestic transportation coordination, warehouse operations, customer integration and supply chain strategy. Keeping up with real time overseas shipment schedules, vendor payment schedules, and inventory receipts into our multiple warehouses.

Essential Functions

Port & Transportation Coordination

• Manage the movement of products from international ports to our various domestic warehouses.
• Oversee incoming trucks and warehouse schedules to ensure products arrive fresh and meet expiration requirements.
• Ensure all import paperwork is submitted to Customs on time and help resolve any holds or delays from FDA, USDA, or Customs quickly.
• Act as a main contact point between supply planning, logistics teams, warehouses, and outside vendors.
• Make sure everyone stays informed and coordinated to meet our service goals on time.

Inventory Management

• Carefully enter shipment details like item numbers, quantities, lot codes, and expiration dates into our system.
• Confirming daily warehouse Receiving Notices match with our records and work with vendors and the warehouse to fix any discrepancies.
• Update inventory records and handle product transfers between warehouses as needed.
• Collaborate with vendors, warehouse teams, and internal departments to address product damage and reduce losses.
• Keep detailed reports on damages and assist with claims to vendors when necessary.

Background Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of logistics and/or warehouse experience (food industry experience a plus).
• Bachelor’s degree or logistics certification preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and analytical abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Experience with D365 preferred, but not required.

• Excellent organizational skills and accuracy
• Sense of urgency
• Proactive communicator; excellent written and verbal skills
• Proficient in Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to changes in timelines and sequences
• Food industry experience/love of food is preferred, but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 3 years (Required)