Rolls-Royce plc

Sr. Freight Logistics Coordinator

Rolls-Royce plc$84K — $137K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field with 4 years of logistics experience, OR
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field with 2 years of logistics experience, OR
  • Master's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field, OR
  • JD/PhD in Business, Engineering, or related field, OR
  • 6+ years of logistics experience in lieu of a degree.
  • U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate logistics operations for domestic and international shipments.
  • Oversee vendor and carrier management, including contract negotiations.
  • Analyze logistics data to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize transportation routes.
  • Ensure compliance with import/export regulations and support audits as necessary.
  • Mentor junior team members and train on logistics best practices.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives through ongoing analysis of data.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards package including base pay and bonuses.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Paid Time Off and paid holidays, including parental leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement and support for employee development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Title: Sr. Freight Logistics Coordinator

Working Pattern: Full-Time

Working location: Mankato, MN

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Position Summary

The 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 Potential

Closing date: September 4, 2026

Job Posting Date

19 Aug 2026; 00:08

Pay Range

$84,351 - $137,071-Annually

Location:

Minnesota, MN

Benefits

Rolls-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.

About Rolls-Royce plc

Rolls-Royce plc is a British multinational engineering company that designs, manufactures, and distributes power systems for aviation, marine, and energy markets. The company was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in London, England. Rolls-Royce is a leading provider of power systems for civil and military aircraft, and is also a major supplier of power systems for marine vessels. The company's energy division provides power systems for the oil and gas industry, as well as for power generation and other industrial applications. Rolls-Royce has operations in over 50 countries and employs over 50,000 people worldwide.
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