Senior Transportation Coordinator
Company: US Foods
Location: Everett
Posted on: April 20, 2024
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Job Description:
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY
THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE. Join Our Community of
Food People! BASIC PURPOSE The Sr Coordinator, Transportation will
support the transportation and logistics functions by performing
general clerical activities and managing the backhaul functions in
the division. The Sr Coordinator, Transportation will work to
optimize all transportation and logistics processes to create
maximum efficiency.JOIN OUR TRANSPORTATION TEAM! Ready to build a
career with a company that's leading the foodservice industry? US
Foods
is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and a
history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and
continuous improvement focus .
Benefits: From Day 1 of Hire! Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life
Insurance, and much more.. $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS!! Pay:
$22.21-$27.00, based on experienceSchedule: Monday - Friday (8am
start)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties may include but are not limited to transportation, and/or
logistics and backhaul functions.Transportation:Answer all incoming
calls to resolve driver, sales representative and customer issues
as needed. Communicate with drivers any updates to their
routes.Utilize software (MS Excel, Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, etc)
to create, update, and communicate various reports and files for
proper transportation functioning. Examples include attendance,
DVIRs, backhaul spreadsheets, delivery window dispatch, driver key
log, trailer temp log, transportation route update, network update,
and other transportation metrics.Complete the damages and shorts
process by notifying vendors and drivers to find a resolution.
Complete associated paperwork involved in damages and
shorts.Support in training and developing junior clerical
teammates.Other duties as assigned by manager.Backhaul and
Logistics:Communicate key information to the proper recipient to
support backhaul and transportation operations (including, but not
limited to, the arrival of backhauls, daily dispatch information,
backhaul scheduling/rescheduling, service updates to Omnitracs,
abnormalities/delivery issues, etc).Coordinate logistics by
scheduling pick up appointments for backhaul orders and vendors for
the division. Optimize the pick-up and delivery of all inbound
backhauls considering all restrictions while minimizing cost and
ensuring compliance. Complete all necessary paperwork for proper
logistics functioning and communicate backhaul and logistic
information when necessary.Research new backhaul opportunities with
buyers and replenishment managers to maximize efficiency in the
division.Other duties as assigned by manager.The following
information is provided in accordance with certain state and local
laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and
other factors permitted by law.
The expected compensation for this role is between $22.21- $37.02
an hour.
This role is also eligible for overtime compensation.
Benefits for this role include health insurance, pre-tax spending
accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and
long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life
insurance.
To review available benefits, please click here:
https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html .
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal:
Operations, transportation, warehouse personnel, drivers
External:
Vendors WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work will take place at a desk in an office environment but may
occasionally require work in normal warehouse environments
including cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low
as -5 degrees. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Related Experience/Requirements:
Minimum three years of experience in warehouse administrative or
clerical position. Prior logistics, transportation, and/or
warehouse experience required. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities :
Excellent communication both verbally and in writing.Excellent
telephone and customer service ability.Ability to manage multiple
functions in a fast-paced environment.Strong math, analytical, and
organizational skills with high attention to detail.Intermediate
computer skills with proficiency in programs such as Microsoft
Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.Problem solving and critical
thinking abilities to independently solve problems of intermediate
scope.Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in
the department and division. Education
High school diploma or GED/equivalent required. PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service Regulations.Knowledge of our
geographic delivery area. Certifications/Training
Experience with Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, XATA, Manhattan,
PowerDock, Airclic preferred. PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Must be able to perform the following physical activities for
described length of time:***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual
Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected
Veteran/Disability Status***
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