Transportation Clerk

Performance Food Group (New); Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking a Transportation Clerk to support the transportation team, focusing on tracking and coordinating driver and route information, performing driver check-ins, and handling related administrative tasks.

The role requires attention to detail, basic math, and familiarity with DOT regulations; a drug screen and background check are required post-offer. The position emphasizes timely communication with customers, vendors, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 6+ months in transportation environment.
• Administrative support with basic math and data entry skills.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations.
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Tracks, calculates, and coordinates driver and route information.
• Performs driver check-in.
• Answers and coordinates incoming transportation related phone calls.
• Maintains and tracks all DOT required files and other reports.
• Tracks, inputs, and processes driver payroll data.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative support

Data entry

DOT regulations

Drug screening

Background check

Customer interaction

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Description:

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description:

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect Position Purpose: Food and food service delivery Drivers fulfill a critical role in the country's food supply chain. Our delivery drivers not only make sure the customers' products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition, but they are the face of our company - building lasting relationships with our customers! As a Transportation Clerk, you will play a vital role in ensuring our drivers is equipped with the information needed to deliver all products on time and safely.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Transportation Clerk supports the transportation team in improving production processes and maintaining daily business. This includes tracking, calculating, and coordinating a variety of driver and route information along with performing administrative tasks. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Tracks, calculates, and coordinates driver and route information.
• Performs driver check-in.
• Answers and coordinates incoming transportation related phone calls.
• Maintains and tracks all DOT required files and other reports (vehicle inspection, fuel, and mileage).
• Tracks, inputs, and processes driver payroll data.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent 6+ months in a transportation environment.
• Administrative support performing basic math and computer data entry skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of Department of Transportation regulations.
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent 1+ years in transportation environment and interfacing with customers within foodservice industry.

Benefits:

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K Employer Matching
• Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• and much more

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• One year of administrative, payroll, or transportation support experience.
• Good computer skills with strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong focus on detail, organization, and basic math.

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.

Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.