Sr. Transportation Coordinator

US Foods; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Sr Coordinator, Transportation to support transportation and logistics operations and manage backhaul tasks. The role emphasizes optimizing routes, maintaining accurate scheduling, and generating reports to drive efficiency.

The position requires strong communication, analytical skills, and experience in warehouse or logistics environments. Work is primarily in an office setting with some exposure to warehouse conditions, and compensation is based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of warehouse administrative or clerical experience.
• Prior logistics, transportation, and/or warehouse experience required.
• Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls to resolve driver, sales representative, and customer issues; communicate route updates to drivers.
• Utilize systems (MS Excel, Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, etc.) to create, update, and distribute reports supporting transportation operations.
• Maintain and track transportation metrics (attendance, DVIRs, backhaul spreadsheets, delivery window dispatch, trailer temp logs, route updates).
• Complete damages and shorts process, including vendor/driver communication and documentation.
• Support training and development of junior clerical teammates.
• Communicate key updates to support backhaul and transportation operations (arrival times, scheduling, service updates, delivery issues).
• Coordinate pickup appointments for backhaul orders and vendors.
• Optimize routing and scheduling to minimize cost while maintaining compliance.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and ensure accurate communication of logistics information.
• Research new backhaul opportunities to improve efficiency.

Skills

Transportation coordination

Logistics support

Customer service

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Omnitracs

Tandem

Kronos

XATA

Manhattan

PowerDock

Airclic

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEJoin Our Community of Food People!BASIC PURPOSEThe Sr Coordinator, Transportation will support the transportation and logistics functions by performing general clerical activities and managing the backhaul functions in the division. The Sr Coordinator, Transportation will work to optimize all transportation and logistics processes to create maximum efficiency.Schedule: Sunday – Thursday 6:30 PM – 3:30 AMSalary: $25/hour or more based on experience - Paid WeeklyESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESDuties may include, but are not limited to, transportation, logistics, and backhaul functions.TransportationAnswer incoming calls to resolve driver, sales representative, and customer issues; communicate route updates to driversUtilize systems (MS Excel, Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, etc.) to create, update, and distribute reports supporting transportation operationsMaintain and track transportation metrics (attendance, DVIRs, backhaul spreadsheets, delivery window dispatch, trailer temp logs, route updates, etc.)Complete damages and shorts process, including vendor/driver communication and documentationSupport training and development of junior clerical teammatesPerform other duties as assignedBackhaul and LogisticsCommunicate key updates to support backhaul and transportation operations (arrival times, scheduling, service updates, delivery issues, etc.)Coordinate pickup appointments for backhaul orders and vendorsOptimize routing and scheduling to minimize cost while maintaining complianceComplete all necessary paperwork and ensure accurate communication of logistics informationResearch new backhaul opportunities to improve efficiencyPerform other duties as assignedWORK ENVIRONMENTWork is performed in an office environment with occasional exposure to warehouse conditions, including cooler/freezer areas with temperatures as low as -5°F.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSExperienceMinimum three (3) years of warehouse administrative or clerical experiencePrior logistics, transportation, and/or warehouse experience requiredKnowledge / Skills / AbilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent customer service and telephone skillsAbility to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentStrong math, analytical, and organizational skills with attention to detailIntermediate computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)Ability to independently solve problems of moderate scopeStrong teamwork skillsEducationHigh school diploma or GED/equivalent requiredPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of DOT Hours of Service regulationsFamiliarity with geographic delivery areaSystems Experience PreferredOmnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, XATA, Manhattan, PowerDock, AirclicPHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS(Kept as-is but cleaned formatting for HR/ADA compliance)Standing: OccasionallyWalking: OccasionallySitting: FrequentlyLifting / Carrying:1–50 lbs: Occasionally51+ lbs: Not requiredOther Activities:Push/Pull: OccasionallyClimb/Balance: OccasionallyStoop/Squat/Kneel/Bend: OccasionallyReach Above Shoulder: FrequentlyGrasp/Manipulate Objects: FrequentlyManual Dexterity (typing, office equipment): FrequentlyCompensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law.The expected base rate for this role is between $25.00 and $25.00 per hour.Benefits:Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.To review available benefits, please visit:https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html#LI-CB1Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between$19 - $30***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***