Blount Fine Foods Careers

Description

Bringing our love of food to families for five generations!  Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging team, bringing restaurant-quality products to America including single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including those with specialty certifications that include organic, gluten-free, and low sodium, among others. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career!

Summary: This position requires an individual who can work in a busy environment, possesses solid communication skills, is detail oriented and very organized.  In the event of an absence, the position will be filled by adequately trained personnel. 

Essential Duties: 

Freight Audit & Invoice Accuracy

• Audit carrier invoices against contracted rates, tariffs, routing guides, and service agreements.
• Validate linehaul charges, fuel surcharges, detention, lumper fees, accessorials, and miscellaneous transportation charges.
• Compare carrier invoices to shipment records, Bills of Lading (BOLs), Proofs of Delivery (PODs), and TMS data.
• Identify duplicate invoices, billing errors, unauthorized charges, and overpayments.
• Ensure all invoices are coded correctly and submitted in accordance with company policy.
• Ensures most efficient and cost-effective transportation decisions.

Carrier Dispute Resolution

• Investigate billing discrepancies and communicate directly with carriers to resolve issues.
• Submit and track payment disputes, credits, and rebills.
• Maintain comprehensive audit documentation supporting all rate challenges and payment adjustments.
• Escalate recurring carrier billing issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Communicate effectively with Carrier partners and leadership to identify repeat carrier billing discrepancies

Financial Controls & Reporting

• Reconcile approved freight invoices prior to payment processing.
• Prepare weekly and monthly freight audit reports.
• Monitor trends in billing discrepancies and carrier compliance.
• Support transportation accruals, budget reviews, and freight spend reporting.
• Partner with Finance to improve payment controls and audit processes.

• Utilize Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP systems, and carrier portals.
• Maintain carrier rate databases and contract information.
• Assist with carrier onboarding documentation and data validation
• Assist department leadership in creation of training programs and SOPs. 

Experience:                                      

• Associate's Degree in Accounting, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 2–5 years of transportation, logistics, freight audit, billing, accounting, or carrier settlement experience.
• Experience auditing freight invoices and transportation-related costs.
• Experience working with carriers, brokers, and 3PL providers.
• Experience using TMS, ERP, or freight payment systems preferred. 

Our Total Compensation Package Includes:    

• Medical, dental and vision benefits.
• 401k with Company match.
• Paid time off include vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Discounts on Blount products at Company retail location.
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Program.