Senior Transportation & Logistics Specialist

US Foods; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pre-tax spending accounts

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods in Austin, TX is seeking a Warehouse Administrative Clerk to support transportation and backhaul operations. You will coordinate communications between drivers, sales reps, and customers, and prepare reports using Excel and logistics software.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma or GED is required, with 3+ years of logistics/clerical experience

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in warehouse administrative or clerical position.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in logistics, transportation, and warehouse operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming calls to resolve driver, sales representative and customer issues as needed.
• Utilize software (MS Excel, Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, etc) to create, update, and communicate various reports and files for proper transportation functioning.
• Coordinate backhaul and transportation scheduling and documentation; optimize pick up and delivery while minimizing cost.
• Complete damages and shorts paperwork and notify vendors/drivers to resolve issues.
• Support training and development of junior clerical teammates.
• Research new backhaul opportunities with buyers and replenishment managers to maximize efficiency.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Omnitracs

Tandem

Kronos

Excel

Outlook

Job description

US Foods in Austin, TX is seeking a Warehouse Administrative Clerk to support transportation and backhaul operations. You will coordinate communications between drivers, sales reps, and customers, and prepare reports using Excel and logistics software.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma or GED is required, with 3+ years of logistics/clerical experience