Senior Transportation & Logistics Specialist

US Foods; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Senior Transportation Coordinator in Perth Amboy, NJ. The role combines office administration with backhaul logistics, focusing on optimizing transportation processes and supporting drivers, sales reps, and customers.

The position emphasizes strong communication, Excel and Omnitracs use, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting while ensuring cost-effective, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent telephone and customer service ability.
• Ability to manage multiple functions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Intermediate computer skills with proficiency in Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
• Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to independently solve problems of intermediate scope.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division.

Responsibilities

• Transportation: Answer all incoming calls to resolve driver, sales representative and customer issues as needed.
• Utilize software to create, update, and communicate various reports and files for proper transportation functioning.
• Complete the damages and shorts process by notifying vendors and drivers to find a resolution.
• Backhaul and Logistics: Coordinate logistics by scheduling pick up appointments for backhaul orders and vendors.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Analytical skills

MS Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Omnitracs

Tandem

Kronos

XATA

Manhattan

PowerDock

Airclic

Job description

US Foods is seeking a Senior Transportation Coordinator in Perth Amboy, NJ. The role combines office administration with backhaul logistics, focusing on optimizing transportation processes and supporting drivers, sales reps, and customers.

The position emphasizes strong communication, Excel and Omnitracs use, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting while ensuring cost-effective, compliant operations.