Transportation Coordinator

US Foods • Oklahoma City, OK

3d • $19 - $30 • Hybrid

About The Position

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. US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus. We are looking for a Sr Transportation Coordinator who is ready to grow their career while supporting our transportation, logistics, and backhaul operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a warehouse administrative or clerical position.
• Prior logistics, transportation, and/or warehouse experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent telephone and customer service skills.
• 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 resolve problems of intermediate scope.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service Regulations.
• Knowledge of the geographic delivery area.
• Experience with Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, XATA, Manhattan, PowerDock, and Airclic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls and assist with resolving driver, sales representative, and customer issues.
• Communicate route updates to drivers as needed.
• Utilize software and systems such as Microsoft Excel, Omnitracs, Tandem, and Kronos to create, update, and communicate transportation reports and files.
• Maintain transportation documentation and metrics, including attendance, DVIRs, backhaul spreadsheets, delivery window dispatch, driver key logs, trailer temperature logs, transportation route updates, network updates, and other transportation metrics.
• Complete the damages and shorts process by communicating with vendors and drivers to find resolutions and completing associated paperwork.
• Support the training and development of junior clerical team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Communicate key information to appropriate teams to support backhaul and transportation operations, including backhaul arrivals, daily dispatch information, backhaul scheduling and rescheduling, Omnitracs service updates, and delivery or service issues.
• Coordinate logistics by scheduling pickup appointments for backhaul orders and vendors for the division.
• Optimize the pickup and delivery of inbound backhauls while considering operational restrictions, minimizing costs, and ensuring compliance.
• Complete required logistics and backhaul documentation and communicate relevant information to appropriate teams.
• Research new backhaul opportunities with buyers and replenishment managers to help maximize division efficiency.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED