Ufp Industries
Holding company supplying wood, composites & value‑added solutions across retail, packaging and construction markets.
Manages LTL shipments, optimizing cost, timeliness, and compliance.
12 days ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Bryant, AR
Office Full-Time
Company Size
15,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Manufacturing
Wood Products
Construction
Packaging
Distribution
Supply Chain Solutions
Engineering
Design
Sector Specialisms
Residential Construction
Retail Building Products
Industrial Packaging
Single-Family Builders
Multi-Family Builders
Commercial Builders
Concrete Formers
Factory-Built Housing (Mobile & Modular Homes)
Role
Description
tms management
shipment docs
rate analysis
carrier performance
cost reduction
issue resolution
- Prepare accurate shipment documentation, including BOLs, labels, and customs paperwork (if applicable).
- Monitor carrier performance and support quarterly scorecards and evaluations.
- Collaborate with warehouse, customer service, and transportation teams to ensure seamless operations.
- Negotiate rates, fuel surcharges, and accessorial fees with LTL carriers.
- Work travel to facilitate carrier/customer reviews.
- Identify opportunities to reduce freight costs and improve operational efficiency.
- Track and trace shipments, proactively address delays, and communicate status updates to customer.
- Obtain carrier quotes, analyze rates, and select the most optimal transportation options.
- Resolve freight issues such as reclassifications, damages, claims, and billing discrepancies.
- Coordinate, schedule, and execute daily LTL shipments to meet customer and internal deadlines.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of NMFC classifications, freight classes, and carrier tariffs.
- Utilize TMS (Transportation Management Systems) to manage shipments, rates, and reporting.
Requirements
microsoft office
tms
problem solving
ltl pricing
carrier networks
edi
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office and/or transportation management systems (TMS).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of NMFC, freight classifications, and LTL pricing structures.
- Understanding of national and regional LTL carrier networks.
- Experience working directly with LTL carriers, brokers, or 3PLs.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- 2+ years of experience in LTL logistics, freight operations, or transportation management.
- Experience in a high-volume distribution, manufacturing, or logistics environment.
- Familiarity with EDI, API, or digital freight platforms.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1993
Year of IPO
The company went public in 1993.
Fortune 500
Ranking
The company ranks on the Fortune 500 list.
2020
Year of Rebranding
The company rebranded in 2020 to reflect its expanded reach.
50,000 lb
Max Payload
ISTA-certified packaging labs handle payloads up to 50,000 lb.
- It serves builders, manufacturers, and big-box retailers with products ranging from engineered lumber to custom packaging systems.
- By operating as North America’s largest softwood converter and global pressure-treat leader, it gains scale and sourcing advantages.
- It delivers for residential, commercial, industrial, and packaging customers through hundreds of facilities across several continents.
- Notable projects include custom truss systems, composite decking brands, and ISTA-certified packaging labs.
Culture + Values
- Drive operational excellence throughout the enterprise
- Cultivate a unique, rewarding culture throughout the UFP family of companies
- Provide significant opportunity for professional and personal growth
- Support communities in which we operate
- Supply exceptional products and service to our customers
- Maintain inclusive, safe working environments
- Attract and retain diverse top‑shelf talent
- Operate with a focus on energy efficiency and lean manufacturing
- Deliver consistent, positive financial results to our shareholders
Environment + Sustainability
3.8M tons wood
wood sourced sustainably
The company sourced a significant amount of wood from certified sustainable sources in 2022.
15% Carbon Emissions
carbon reduction progress
Significant carbon emission reduction was achieved through investments in energy-efficient equipment.
162K tons recycled
wood waste diverted
A large volume of wood waste and timber remnants were successfully recycled in 2022.
25% GHG Target
emissions reduction target
A commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 25% from 2020 levels by 2025.
- Diversified wood sourcing across geographic regions and partnered with sustainable suppliers.
- Launched eco-friendly product lines using recycled materials.
- Installed solar panels and targeting renewable energy.
Inclusion & Diversity
15,000 Employees
Global Workforce
The company employs approximately 15,000 individuals globally, reflecting a significant organizational scale.
- Maintains inclusive, safe working environments (stated in 2022 sustainability continuum)
- Attracts and retains diverse top‑shelf talent (stated in 2022 sustainability continuum)
- No published gender breakdown or specific representation targets disclosed