Logistics Intern

About the Role

Kalmbach Feeds, Inc. is looking for a reliable Logistics and Freight intern to establish daily trucking routes, negotiate quotes that maximize savings and drive lower cost, and build/maintain strong relationships with both an internal and external customer base. The Kalmbach Feeds Transportation team requires an extremely perceptive and detail-oriented person, who is capable of relating to individuals at all levels.

As unique situations present themselves, the successful candidate must be sensitive to customer needs, corporate goals, team member goodwill, and the public image. Primary Responsibilities: You will work closely with carriers of all types – LTL, FTL and intermodal You will build relationships and negotiate the most competitive rates with all carriers LTL/FTL and intermodal You will cultivate strong relationships with customers requiring our freight coordination services You will learn several aspects of creating routes and scheduling loads while gaining valuable logistics experience in an agricultural business The Right Candidate: Enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program working towards a degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or related field.

Demonstrates strong verbal/written communication skills, while effectively managing timelines and staying organized. Conducts business professionally and responds to customers in a timely manner, with strong attention to detail and investigation skills. Displays ability to apply critical thinking skills to complex situations.

Demonstrates eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment and to build a strong business acumen Experience with Windows based software programs-Word, Excel and PowerPoint Display ability to work in a team environment in high pressure situations About the Team : At Kalmbach Feeds, our team goes above and beyond to provide professional, knowledgeable, efficient, and honest service all while being respectful and building customer relationships.

We understand the importance of keeping customers happy and strive to do this all while having fun and being positive! Our team believes in the value of the Golden Rule and insures each interaction with a customer leaves them feeling appreciated. We strive to always carry out our core values in every area of our business.

We treat people the way we wanted to be treated, we own quality every time, we work hard to WIN as a team and we go the extra mile to delight our customers! About the Company: Kalmbach Feeds offers the highest quality nutritional products for livestock, poultry, and companion animals. The company was founded in 1963 by Milton and Ruth Kalmbach with a vision to develop the finest products, providing customers with the best possible nutritional value.

The Kalmbach family’s traditional core values have served as the compass for consistent success for six decades, and the company has become the regional leader within the animal nutrition industry. Kalmbach Feeds enjoys an excellent reputation for quality and integrity within the animal nutrition industry and is comprised of smart self-starters who are driven to serve customers.

Our experienced, talented team utilizes cutting-edge technology and proprietary processes to deliver safe, innovative products. Our stringent ingredient testing, computer automated systems, patented technologies, dedicated manufacturing facilities, and in-house nutrition specialists guarantee it. Additional information regarding our exciting company can be found at https://youtu.

be/UONTNdszwY4 and www.kalmbachfeeds.com/ . Kalmbach Feeds Offers: Competitive Compensation On Staff Life Coach Kalmbach Feeds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each applicant for employment is considered solely based on job qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

The information contained within your resume and application, including employment history, educational history, and references, are subject to verification. Pre-employment drug screen (hair and urine), physical, and criminal background check required. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.