Sr. Transportation Coordinator

Sr. Transportation Coordinator

US Foods

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The Sr. Transportation Coordinator supports transportation and logistics functions, manages backhaul activities, and optimizes all transportation and logistics processes.

Transportation:

• Answer all incoming calls to resolve driver, sales representative and customer issues; communicate route updates.
• Use software (MS Excel, Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, etc.) to create, update, and communicate reports and files. Examples: attendance, DVIRs, backhaul spreadsheets, delivery window dispatch, driver key log, trailer temp log, transportation route update, network update.
• Complete damages and shorts process by notifying vendors and drivers to resolve issues and complete associated paperwork.
• Support training and development of junior clerical teammates.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Backhaul and Logistics:

• Communicate key information to support backhaul and transportation operations.
• Coordinate logistics by scheduling pickups for backhaul orders and vendors, optimizing routes and minimizing costs while ensuring compliance.
• Research new backhaul opportunities with buyers and replenishment managers.
• Complete necessary paperwork and communicate backhaul/logistics information.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

• Monday‑Friday
• 1st Shift: 5:30 am – 2:00 pm
• 2nd Shift: 11:00 am – 7:30 pm

Base rate: $19.00 – $29.00 per hour. Overtime compensation as applicable.

Health insurance, pre‑tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short‑term and long‑term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

N/A

• Internal:
  Operations, transportation, warehouse personnel, drivers.
• External:
  Vendors.

• Desk‑based office work with occasional work in warehouse environments, including cooler and freezer areas (temperatures as low as
  -5 °F).

• Minimum 3 years of experience in warehouse administrative or clerical position; prior logistics, transportation, and/or warehouse experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Excellent telephone and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple functions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong math, analytical, organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).
• Problem‑solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.

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

• Stand occasionally.
• Walk occasionally.
• Sit frequently.
• Lift (size and frequency not specified).
• No driving required.

• Stand occasionally.
• Walk occasionally.
• Sit frequently.
• Lift (short, light, heavy or repetitive).

• EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status.