Distribution Coordinator: Freight Scheduling & Front Office

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Bedford Heights (OH); On-site; USD 24,659 - 28,757; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Bonus potential

Job summary

Giant Eagle, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Coordinator to support front-office operations and coordinate inbound freight scheduling.

You will manage the transportation maintenance schedule, work with carriers, vendors and buyers, and ensure efficient daily freight operations using Manhattan. The role includes tracking leave for union members, administering training and discipline communications, and handling inquiries to resolve issues while maintaining accurate records and posters in the

Qualifications

• Experience Required: 6 months to 1 year.
• Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Travel Required: Regional – Daily, Less than 10%.
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 10 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Manhattan to schedule incoming freight for ABF and Old Dom and maintain a daily receiving schedule.
• Own the transportation maintenance schedule; coordinate with centralized scheduling, buyers, vendors and carriers.
• Analyze daily scheduling parameters in Manhattan to ensure efficient inbound freight operations and avoid overbooking.
• Schedule incoming freight for pharmacy including controlled substances and OTC pharmaceuticals.
• Track union member leave days and respond to inquiries about availability and usage.
• Department Administrator for Enterprise Training Administration, discipline letters, special events, and union correspondence.
• Assist internal/external customer inquiries; research and relay information to resolve issues.
• Fulfill front-office duties: schedule meetings, answer phone inquiries, manage visitors, distribute mail, and maintain labor law posters.
• Develop and maintain administrative spreadsheets (safety awards, DEA compliance, performance reports, perfect attendance, receiving).
• Input and submit accident/injury reports; complete Worker’s Compensation forms as needed.
• Draft disciplinary letters for safety infractions and maintain files.

Skills

Scheduling

Front office coordination

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Manhattan

Job description

Giant Eagle, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Coordinator to support front-office operations and coordinate inbound freight scheduling.

You will manage the transportation maintenance schedule, work with carriers, vendors and buyers, and ensure efficient daily freight operations using Manhattan. The role includes tracking leave for union members, administering training and discipline communications, and handling inquiries to resolve issues while maintaining accurate records and posters in the