Transportation Dispatcher

PepsiCo • Charlotte, NC

6d

About The Position

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain. We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators and history makers.
We're spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals. You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Pepsi, Frito-Lay, Quaker and Gatorade.
We perform with a purpose. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities and our business practices. We are a think tank, bringing our ideas into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety… all while meeting the demands of our customers and consumers to deliver the best products. At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthen the company as a whole.
Are you hungry to be a part of the world’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the opportunities of PepsiCo: what makes you unique makes us better.
The Charlotte Traffic Department currently has an opening to fill the position of Dispatch Coordinator.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Demonstrated proficiency in Excel/Word is a must
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines
• Must be flexible to work weekends, overtime and holidays

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service - preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of dispatching experience - preferred
• DOT Drug/Alcohol Certification Skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Extensive and effective communication with various functions to ensure successful deliveries.
• Dispatch Coordination of all inbound/outbound drivers and equipment.
• Assignment of runs to OTR drivers on a daily basis.
• Yard Management: tracking of Company Fleet and Common Carrier loads.
• Tracking of offsite tractors and trailers.
• Monitor and track Frito-Lay Drivers DOT Hours of Service.
• Manifesting of all retail and vend deliveries.
• Communicate effectively with shift counterparts for successful hand-off between shifts.
• Active participation in various Department Team/Business meetings.
• Backfill other shifts as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Overtime as needed.

Benefits

• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

What This Job Offers

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