Transportation Coordinator

US Foods•Jacksonville, FL

13d•$17 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator, Transportation supports transportation and logistics functions by performing general clerical activities and assisting with backhauls. The role handles transportation communications, reports, records, and paperwork, and supports scheduling and coordination of backhaul pickups and vendor appointments. The position is based at a desk in a US Foods office. It may occasionally require work in normal warehouse environments, including cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Starting pay is stated as $22 per hour; the posting also lists an expected base rate range of $17 to $26 per hour and eligibility for overtime compensation.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in a warehouse administrative or clerical position.
High school diploma or GED/equivalent.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong telephone and customer service ability.
Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills, with high attention to detail.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to resolve problems of limited scope.
Strong teamwork skills and ability to support others in the department and division.

Nice To Haves

Prior logistics, transportation, and/or warehouse experience.
Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service Regulations.
Knowledge of the geographic delivery area.
Experience with Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, XATA, Manhattan, PowerDock, or Airclic.

Responsibilities

Answer incoming calls and help resolve issues raised by drivers, sales representatives, and customers.
Communicate route updates to drivers.
Use software such as MS Excel, Omnitracs, Tandem, and Kronos to create, update, and communicate transportation reports and files, including attendance, DVIRs, backhaul spreadsheets, delivery-window dispatch, driver key logs, trailer temperature logs, route updates, network updates, and other transportation metrics.
Assist with the damages and shorts process by notifying vendors and drivers, working toward resolution, and completing related paperwork.
Communicate information needed to support backhaul and transportation operations, including backhaul arrivals, daily dispatch information, scheduling or rescheduling, Omnitracs service updates, abnormalities, and delivery issues.
Support logistics operations by scheduling pickup appointments for backhaul orders and vendors for the division, completing related paperwork, and communicating backhaul and logistics information.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.