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Thunder Seed Logistics Coordinator

Hawley, MN
 

Job Summary

We are seeking an organized Logistics Coordinator to manage the daily operations of our company’s supply chain, ensuring the efficient, timely, and cost-effective movement of our products (bulk, mini-bulk, and packaged) from origin to destination. The Logistics Coordinator acts as the central point of contact between suppliers, carriers, warehouse teams, and customers.

Core Responsibilities

  • Seasonal Shipping Coordination: Schedule daily inbound and outbound shipments with carriers. Manage tight spring and fall shipping windows to deliver high volume seed supplies before planting season begins.

  • Agricultural Compliance: Prepare and verify any necessary certificates, seed analysis, and seed tags.

  • Inventory & Lot Tracking: Coordinate with warehouse teams to track seed lots, analysis dates, and treatment variations. Track warehouse stock levels and reconcile any shipment discrepancies with operations team.

  • Route & Load Optimization: Plan optimal transportation routes to reduce transit times and shipping costs. Plan multi-stop delivery routes to maximize trailer space.

  • Documentation Management: Prepare and verify critical paperwork like bills of lading, customs forms, and packing lists.

Position Requirements

  • Education: High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Supply Chain Management, or Agronomy is highly preferred.

  • Industry Experience: 2+ years in logistics preferred, with specific experience handling agricultural commodities, seeds, or perishable goods.

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with logistics and inventory software, spreadsheets, and email.

  • Key Skills: Exceptional time-management skills to handle high-stress seasonal spikes and sudden weather-related and/or mechanical-related route disruptions.

Physical Requirements

  • Manual Lifting: Ability to regularly and independently lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds (such as standard seed bags, boxes, and jugs).

  • Team Lifting: Ability to assist in team lifts for bulk items exceeding 50 pounds.

  • Physical Stamina: Capability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and crouch for extended periods on a concrete warehouse floor.

  • Equipment Operation: Ability to be certified to operate specialized warehouse equipment, including: Forklifts, Electric and manual pallet jacks, Hand trucks

  • Environmental Tolerance: Comfort working in a warehouse environment as well as an office.

Please Email Resume and Cover Letter to Crystal.Adams@ThunderSeed.com by September 1, 2026.

 

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