Delivery Coordinator

Gannett; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employment

Diverse workforce commitment

Job summary

A diversified media company is seeking a full-time Delivery Coordinator in Tucson, AZ. This role involves supporting the Circulation Distribution department with operational needs, ensuring accurate distribution of newspapers, and maintaining communication with transportation for effective delivery. The ideal candidate should possess strong customer service skills and exercise sound judgment. Join us to contribute to our mission of empowering and enriching communities through reliable media services.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational support within a logistics or distribution environment.
• Ability to handle daily operational needs and ensure accurate product distribution.
• Strong communication skills for interaction with contractors and customers.

Responsibilities

• Support the accurate and timely distribution/allocation process of products.
• Maintain contact with Transportation for reporting shortages and arrangements.
• Deliver open routes as assigned and support day-to-day operations.

Skills

Customer service

Judgment and discretion

Job description

Delivery Coordinator

Tucson, AZ USA

We are recruiting for a full‑time, Delivery Coordinator. This key individual provides general support for the Circulation Distribution department by handling many of the day‑to‑day operational needs.

Supports the accurate and timely distribution/allocation process of the daily and Sunday newspapers and associated products. Maintains contact with the Transportation Department to report shortages or overages, arranges for make‑ups or pick‑ups. Delivers open routes as necessary when assigned by the Distribution Manager. Works with Distribution Manager as assigned to support the day‑to‑day operations of the distribution center. The position is responsible for a variety of tasks and responsibilities within home delivery, single copy, and non‑daily distribution areas.

The Delivery Coordinator duties can include but are not limited to preparing paperwork, distribution center coverage, distributing daily and non‑daily products to independent contractors, weekly total market coverage product delivery, verification redelivery to retail sales locations, loading and unloading trucks and assisting in the delivery of non‑daily and core products to consumers and retailers. This individual will conduct themselves in accordance with company policies and procedures; ensure quality customer service and professional representation when dealing with customers, retailers, and the public. Must use sound judgment and discretion always.

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses.

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at [e-mail]. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.