Sr. Transportation Coordinator

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• 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.

Schedule: Sunday – Thursday 6 :30 PM – 3:30 AM

Salary: $25/hour or more based on experience - Paid Weekly

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, transportation, logistics, and backhaul functions.

Transportation

Answer incoming calls to resolve driver, sales representative, and customer issues; communicate route updates to drivers

Utilize systems (MS Excel, Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, etc.) to create, update, and distribute reports supporting transportation operations

Maintain and track transportation metrics (attendance, DVIRs, backhaul spreadsheets, delivery window dispatch, trailer temp logs, route updates, etc.)

Complete damages and shorts process, including vendor/driver communication and documentation

Support training and development of junior clerical teammates

Perform other duties as assigned

Backhaul and Logistics

Communicate key updates to support backhaul and transportation operations (arrival times, scheduling, service updates, delivery issues, etc.)

Coordinate pickup appointments for backhaul orders and vendors

Optimize routing and scheduling to minimize cost while maintaining compliance

Complete all necessary paperwork and ensure accurate communication of logistics information

Research new backhaul opportunities to improve efficiency

Perform other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an office environment with occasional exposure to warehouse conditions, including cooler/freezer areas with temperatures as low as -5°F.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

Minimum three (3) years of warehouse administrative or clerical experience

Prior logistics, transportation, and/or warehouse experience required

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent customer service and telephone skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with attention to detail

Intermediate computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)

Ability to independently solve problems of moderate scope

Strong teamwork skills

Education

High school diploma or GED/equivalent required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service regulations

Familiarity with geographic delivery area

Systems Experience Preferred

Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, XATA, Manhattan, PowerDock, Airclic

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

(Kept as-is but cleaned formatting for HR/ADA compliance)

Standing: Occasionally

Walking: Occasionally

Sitting: Frequently

Lifting / Carrying:

1–50 lbs: Occasionally

51+ lbs: Not required

Other Activities:

Push/Pull: Occasionally

Climb/Balance: Occasionally

Stoop/Squat/Kneel/Bend: Occasionally

Reach Above Shoulder: Frequently

Grasp/Manipulate Objects: Frequently

Manual Dexterity (typing, office equipment): Frequently

• Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law.
• The expected base rate for this role is between $25.00 and $25.00 per hour.

• Benefits:
• Benefits for this role may 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 visit:
• https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html

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Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between

$19 - $30

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