Distribution Coordinator

Del Monte Foods; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company Holidays

Job summary

Del Monte Foods is seeking a Distribution Coordinator to manage receiving and shipping counter operations, data entry, and document control. You will ensure accurate shipping/receiving records in SAP and Red Prairie while supporting efficient use of DC doors and compliance with records retention standards.

Responsibilities include logging carrier activity, maintaining schedules, audits, and file organization.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of WMS, SAP, and Red Prairie.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Access.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Able to work under deadlines including weekends.
• Experience in a Distribution Center environment.
• Familiarity with dock operations and carrier management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain carrier driver sign-in logs and issue Bills of Lading.
• Update daily work schedule for receiving/shipping activities.
• Maintain Dock Audit data and provide periodic reports.
• Data entry of receiving/shipping documents; ensure signatures.
• Coordinate revisions with CSR and inform of changes.
• Investigate shipping/receiving discrepancies and notify relevant teams.
• File shipping/receiving documents daily; rotate files per policy.
• Assign dock doors with Supervisor approval for efficiency.
• Communicate changes to CSR and stakeholders.
• Maintain open communication with supervisors, drivers, and lift operators.

Skills

WMS knowledge

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Deadline-driven

Time management

Weekend availability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Red Prairie

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

Benefits We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 7 Company Paid Holidays
• 24/7 Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program
• Optional voluntary benefits (legal, accident, identity protection)
• Eligibility on the first of the month following your hire date

Purpose of Position

Del Monte Foods is the Foods Division of Fresh Del Monte, a global grower, producer and marketer of fresh, value-added, and shelf-stable produce. Del Monte Foods has a powerful portfolio of brands, including the iconic Del Monte, Contadina and S&W. We are currently seeking a Distribution Coordinator. The Distribution Coordinator is responsible for receiving and shipping counter operations, including data entry, clerical accuracy reviews, and document management. This role ensures accurate shipping and receiving records within SAP and Red Prairie while supporting efficient utilization of DC truck doors and maintaining compliance with corporate records retention standards.

Accountabilities

• Maintain carrier driver sign-in logs and control issuance of Bills of Lading to assigned carrier drivers.
• Update daily work schedule worksheet for issued and completed receiving and shipping activities.
• Maintain Dock Audit activity database and provide periodic reports to supervisors and managers.
• Perform data entry of all receiving and shipping documents; review documentation for required signatures and sufficiency.
• Contact CSR for orders requiring adjustments; make appropriate changes and inform CSR of all revisions.
• Investigate shipping and receiving discrepancies; notify Inventory Control and applicable plant of discrepancies.
• Perform daily filing of shipping and receiving documents; coordinate periodic rotation of files to permanent storage per corporate records retention standards.
• Assign dock doors with Shift Supervisor approval to ensure efficient use of receiving and shipping doors.
• Monitor changes to shipping and receiving documents and communicate changes to appropriate CSR.
• Maintain open communication with supervisors, checkers, carrier drivers, and DC lift truck operators.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills Required

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), SAP, and Red Prairie
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Access
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good attention to detail, working in a timely and accurate manner
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Strong work ethic with ability to work under deadlines including occasional weekends
• Good teamwork skills
• At least 1 year of appointment desk experience or related experience, preferably in a Distribution Center environment.
• Prior experience in a distribution center environment
• Familiarity with dock operations and carrier management

***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses.***

We are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values - Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity - we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.