Coordinator, Transportation

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer seeks a Transportation Coordinator to manage dock operations and ensure compliance with regulations. This entry-level role requires a high school diploma and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Join a nurturing workplace with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience in customer service, logistics or transportation.
• Experience in loading dock operations or dispatch.
• Familiarity with unionized environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine when additional workers are needed for production.
• Communicate needs to Union reps and oversee bidding processes.
• Maintain organized files and ensure timely backhauls.

Skills

Customer service

Logistics

Transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Experience Required: 1 to 3 years

Experience Desired: Working in loading dock operations, dispatch or distribution center operations in a unionized environment or logistics related fields; 1 to 3 years of experience in customer service, logistics or transportation desired.

Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent

Lifting Requirement: Up to 25 pounds

Travel Required: None

Age Requirement: At least 21 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Determine when additional workers are needed to fulfill production requirements.
• Communicate needs of temporary help to Union representatives; prepare driver bid sheets; oversee bidding process; and prepare tractor lists during shifts to ensure equipment availability.
• Oversee stock levels of equipment supplies and work activities of transportation personnel to ensure responsibilities are met according to procedures.
• Perform administrative procedures complying with government regulations for motor carriers and drivers.
• Record employee report offs accurately to maintain attendance records.
• Maintain organized files of driver trip sheets and palletizing sheets for easy access.
• Ensure timely arrival of backhauls according to schedules.
• Answer calls professionally; respond to inquiries; take messages and forward to appropriate personnel.

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food, fuel, and convenience. We’re a family of diverse and talented Team Members. We strive to create a nurturing environment with career growth opportunities. Our caring and family values make us a top workplace in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis Areas. Join us and start a lasting career.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Retail Groceries