Melinda Humphrey

Negotiate freight rates with truck load carriers based on market trends.

Organize and participate in meetings with both freight carriers and the different Business Groups to address Customers' needs and any service issues as they arise.

Compare and analyze Truck load rates versus Intermodal rates and Transit times to find cost savings where the available.

One member of the small team comprised to test and troubleshoot new Transportation Management Software to ensure it meets day to day requirements.

Collaborate with the different Business Groups prior to and during transitioning freight operations to Truck Traffic with all necessary parties to provide a seamless transitions

Coordinate meetings with rail vendors to meet and negotiate railcar components.

Key Participant in Rail Transportation and IS/IT to determine best software suited for the company to track and trace the rail car fleet.

Provide detailed analytical support to both Sales and Customer Service.

Collaborate with Plant Managers and Production Planning to maximize the various plants production