Job Description

Rail Freight Specialist – Minneapolis, MN
This is a full time, exempt position
This position will report to the ADM Fertilizer division Logistics Manager

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage and track all fertilizer rail activity within ADM Fertilizer.
• Coordinate daily rail operations, including scheduling, shipment tracking and issue resolution
• Collaborate with the supply chain, procurement, commercial and operations team to ensure alignment of logistics and business needs
• Monitor and document freight movements using internal and carrier platforms
• Leverage freight economics between various supply points and rail lines to optimize freight cost savings
• Ensure compliance with applicable transportation regulations, customs requirements, safety protocols, and internal procedures
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to rail logistics activities
• Assist in forecasting shipment volumes and aligning rail capacity with commercial needs
• Review all purchase/sales contracts to ensure optimal service levels and correct execution
• Partner with ADM terminals to ensure timely arrival and discharge of rail cars to promote efficiencies and minimize subsequent disruptions
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the rail freight function
• Develop strong counterparty relationships with those involved in producing and distributing fertilizer to further add bottom line value
• Provide shipping and product specification documents to destinations and customers
• Communicate often with Class 1 carriers as well as shortline railroads
• Demonstrate knowledge of all parameters and factors to develop a successful supply plan
• Assist logistics team in other areas as needed

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Rail freight coordination and scheduling
• Freight tracking and documentation
• Transportation compliance and customs protocols
• Strong communication and collaboration
• Data analysis and reporting
• Problem-solving and issue resolution
• Time management and multitasking
• Ability to be flexible and change course quickly
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Initiative to brainstorm new ideas or processes
• Self-motivated, results-oriented and capable of working independently and in a group
• Knowledge of Agriculture/Fertilizer/Rail Logistics (preferred)

Education/Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, Business (i.e. Economics, Finance) or related field preferred.
• Must have the ability to analyze data, problem solve and make strategic decisions to improve transportation efficiency.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access).
• Position occasionally requires working after-hours on nights or weekends and some travel.

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor. * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required. * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.
​Hiring Manager-Nick Peterson ​
Recruiter- Lauren Shea

City

Minneapolis

State

MN - Minnesota

Location Country

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$63,600.00 - $116,400.00