Forklift Operation Coordinator - 1st shift

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We are a diverse group, 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. Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices. We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set. 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 Pepsi Co, 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 Pepsi Co: what makes you unique makes us better.

Join Pepsi Co in a game‑changing role as the Transportation Coordinator for Atlanta Gatorade.

In this high‑impact position, you’ll oversee all key transportation tasks for our Distribution Center. You’ll be at the forefront of transportation scheduling for this site, all while ensuring operational excellence from day one.

Who You Are:
You’re a strategic, hands‑on inventor with a passion for operations and transportation, and one who delivers results. You thrive in fast‑paced environments and are excited by the opportunity to shape the future of Pepsi Co’s supply chain

As the Warehouse Transportation Coordinator, you’ll play a critical role in driving operational excellence, team development, and support all aspects of the Inbound/Outbound Dock Schedule. Your responsibilities will include:

• Communicate with all transport carriers, utilizing high‑level planning and performance management.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Solve day‑to‑day transportation challenges and achieve long‑term goals with scheduling.

• Leverage PGT and Spotlight Optimization tools to enhance scheduling and product availability.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and corporate policies, including safety, transportation, accounting, and purchasing.

• Ensure on‑time delivery aligned with Requested/Scheduled Arrival Dates.
• Build strong relationships across the Power of One network, including PBC bottlers, Co‑Packers, Repacker, PBNA/PFNA COE’s, and MFG.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to resolve operational issues and deliver exceptional customer service.

• Route Orders daily in compliance with the transportation route guide; ensuring timely execution to meet the requested ship date and secure carrier capacity ahead of the competition.
• Track carrier performance and troubleshoot any loads that may be at risk of missing requested arrival date.
• Ensure all new orders comply with Pepsi Co. guidelines on weight and method of shipment.
• Work with carriers to schedule all assigned outbound and inbound shipments to our facility.
• Schedule appointments on all loads; working with the campus manager and third‑party facility manager on dock capacity scheduling.
• Work with all carriers on daily execution.
• Work with on‑site Transportation to deliver daily and weekly measurables.
• Work with COE (Center of Excellence), and the service team…