Transportation Coordinator

Core-Mark; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Food Group's PFG Customized Distribution in Kendallville, IN is hiring a Coordinator, Transportation to keep drivers on schedule and ensure goods arrive safely and on time. You will be the face of our company, coordinating routes, communicating with drivers, customers, and vendors, and supporting the transportation team with daily tasks.

This role requires attention to detail, the ability to manage DOT paperwork, and basic math and data-entry skills.

Qualifications

• 6+ months in a transportation environment.
• Administrative support with basic math and data entry skills.
• Knowledge and understanding 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 (vehicle inspection, fuel, and mileage).
• Tracks, inputs, and processes driver payroll data. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Transportation experience

Math skills

Data entry

DOT regulations

Drug test/background check

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Job description

Company Description:

PFG Customized Distribution meets the unique needs of some of America's most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday's, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. Providing customized attention and a centralized contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination, PFG Customized serves customers across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries.

Job Description:

Schedule: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday: 8PM - 6:30AM; Friday: 6:30PM - 5AM

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 Coordinator, Transportation, you will play a vital role in ensuring our drivers is equipped with the information needed to deliver all products on time and safely. The Coordinator, Transportation 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.

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
• Experience moving semi-trailers using yard mule.
• Experience loading semi-trailers using powered pallet jack.
• Knowledge and understanding of Department of Transportation regulations
• Class A CDL license

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.