Inbound and Outbound Freight Specialist

Position Summary The Inbound & Outbound Freight Specialist is responsible for coordinating inbound shipment scheduling and outbound trailer load planning to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely flow of merchandise through the distribution center. This role supports overall DC operations by optimizing trailer utilization, preventing bottlenecks, and aligning inbound and outbound activity with operational capacity. The position works cross-functionally with warehouse, transportation, and inventory teams to maintain workflow efficiency and support eCommerce and store fulfillment priorities. This role partners closely with the DC Assistant Manager to support daily execution, align priorities, and ensure efficient flow across inbound, outbound, and eCommerce operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following: Load Planning & Execution Plan and assign outbound loads based on delivery schedules and priorities. Optimize trailer space and ensure safe loading practices. Verify load accuracy including product, quantity, and destination. Coordinate staging with warehouse teams. Communicate load details with carriers and internal teams. Audit outbound freight to ensure accuracy of product, quantities, and destinations prior to shipment. Monitor and adjust loads to prevent delays. Inbound Scheduling & Flow Management Schedule inbound shipments to align with DC capacity and labor. Coordinate appointments with vendors and carriers. Prevent dock congestion and bottlenecks. Adjust schedules based on operational needs. Partner with receiving teams for timely unloading. Inventory & Accuracy Support Resolve load discrepancies such as shortages or damages. Ensure accurate WMS records. Support inventory accuracy and corrections. General Responsibilities Maintain a safe and organized work environment. Support other DC functions as needed. Identify process improvements. Assist leadership with daily operations. Minimum Qualifications Must be able to lift and move 50 pounds. Experience in a fast-paced warehouse, distribution, or logistics environment preferred. Strong organizational and time management skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to analyze and resolve operational issues. Working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Must be able to stand or continuously walk for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift, push, or pull at least 50 pounds. Must be able to work in elevated spaces. Must be able to work in a non-air-conditioned warehouse environment with exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture, and unpleasant conditions. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.