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Project Manager - Food

United States, El Segundo · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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Job Description

We are looking for a skilled, detail-oriented logistics specialist to support inbound transportation and materials flow for a food industry organization in El Segundo, California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role focuses on coordinating incoming shipments, improving operational performance, and partnering with cross-functional teams to keep inventory moving efficiently through the supply chain. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of logistics execution, regulatory compliance, and carrier coordination in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Coordinate the arrival of raw materials, components, and finished goods so inventory is received on schedule and available to support business needs
  • Track inbound logistics performance, measure results against established service goals, and identify opportunities to improve cost, speed, and accuracy
  • Partner with procurement, warehouse, and supply chain teams to ensure inbound deliveries are entered correctly in internal systems and stored properly upon receipt
  • Build productive relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and customs partners to support reliable transportation execution
  • Investigate and resolve shipment issues such as transit delays, damaged goods, documentation gaps, or unexpected routing changes
  • Contribute to logistics planning by recommending process improvements that align inbound operations with broader supply chain objectives
  • Review transportation practices against applicable domestic and international regulations to help maintain compliance across inbound activities

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related discipline
  • Prior experience in inbound logistics, transportation coordination, or a comparable supply chain role
  • Background in the food or food processing industry is strongly preferred
  • Working knowledge of end-to-end supply chain operations, including receiving, transportation, and warehouse coordination
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to manage several priorities at once
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with both internal stakeholders and external service providers
  • Proficiency with logistics platforms, transportation management systems, or related operational software

Nice to have

Background in the food or food processing industry is strongly preferred

What we offer

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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