Job DescriptionJob Title: Sr. Freight Logistics Coordinator Working Pattern: Full-TimeWorking location: Mankato, MN Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Position SummaryThe Freight Logistics Coordinator manages end-to-end logistics operations, oversees vendor and carrier relationships, and leads process improvement initiatives to ensure cost-effective, timely, and compliant movement of goods. This role is critical in supporting international and domestic logistics, resolving escalated issues, and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain.
What you will be doing- Lead and coordinate end-to-end logistics operations, including scheduling, documentation, and compliance for domestic and international shipments.
- Oversee vendor and carrier management, including contract negotiation, performance evaluation, and resolution of escalated billing or service issues.
- Analyze logistics data to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize transportation routes, and implement process improvements.
- Ensure compliance with import/export regulations and company policies, and support audits or regulatory reviews as needed.
- Mentor junior team members, provide training on best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
- Ongoing analysis of industry and operational data providing continuous improvement opportunities.
Basic Requirements:- Associate's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field + 4 years of experience in customer compliance and/or logistics, OR
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field + 2 years of experience in customer compliance and/or logistics, OR
- Master's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field, OR
- JD/PhD in Business, Engineering, or related field, OR
- In lieu of degree, 6+ years of experience in customer compliance and/or logistics.
- In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent. Resident Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Preferred Requirements:- Strong knowledge of supply chain management, business operations, and resource planning, including strategic planning, customer service, production, and cross-functional coordination.
- Demonstrated ability to manage third-party vendors, including tender creation, contract negotiation, and coordination.
- Experience preparing and reviewing shipping and customs documentation for domestic and international freight, ensuring compliance.
- Proficiency with logistics and transportation management software, including implementation, optimization, and analytics.
- Proven ability to resolve complex shipment discrepancies or delivery issues, collaborating with carriers, internal teams, and external partners.
Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand
mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.
We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.
Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It's a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you're driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.
Infinite PotentialClosing date: September 4, 2026
Job Posting Date19 Aug 2026; 00:08
Pay Range$84,351 - $137,071-Annually
Location:Minnesota, MN
BenefitsRolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.
The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.