Transportation Coordinator - 3rd Shift

PepsiCo; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

PepsiCo is seeking a Transportation Coordinator in Charlotte to oversee daily dispatch operations, ensuring on-time deliveries and safety. You will work with drivers and teams to coordinate assignments, monitor fleet activity, and support effective handoffs between shifts in a fast-paced logistics environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years of dispatch experience, and strong Excel/Word skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of dispatching experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong math and analytical skills; ability to handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily transportation and dispatch operations to support safe, efficient deliveries.
• Maintain visibility of fleet activity and monitor Hours of Service.
• Communicate with drivers and cross-functional teams; hand off between shifts.

Skills

Dispatching

Excel

Word

Math

Analytical

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

We are PepsiCo Supply Chain. We are the game changers, innovators, collaborators and history makers. The ground breakers of the Supply Chain & Logistics space.We are a diverse group, spread across 200 countries and territories, and united by a shared set of values and goals. You know our name through our amazing portfolio, including Pepsi, Frito-Lay, Quaker and Gatorade.We perform with a purpose. We dream globally and act locally, constantly innovating to sustain our planet, our people, our communities and our business practices. Together, we raise the bar in lean manufacturing practices. We put forth new standards and stretch to reach beyond the goals we set. We are a think tank, bringing our ideas into action and are determined to find ways to drive efficiencies, improve processes and achieve the highest level of safety… all while meeting the demands of our customers and consumers to deliver the best products. At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, and to strengthen the company as a whole.Are you hungry to be a part of the world’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the opportunities of PepsiCo: what makes you unique makes us better.

The Charlotte Traffic Department currently has an opening for a Transporation Coordinator. This role is responsible for coordinating daily transportation and dispatch operations to support safe, efficient, and on-time deliveries. The Dispatch Coordinator works closely with drivers, transportation teams, and other cross-functional partners to coordinate driver assignments, monitor equipment and loads, and ensure smooth operations across shifts.

This position plays a key role in maintaining visibility of fleet activity, monitoring driver DOT Hours of Service, coordinating inbound and outbound movements, and supporting effective communication between teams. The Transporation Coordinator will also help ensure a seamless handoff between shifts and provide operational support as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• The position is an alternating workweek alternating Wednesday through Saturday 7pm – 7am and Thursday - Saturday 7pm - 7am. Please note that working overtime, weekends and holidays will be required.
• Extensive and effective communication with various functions to ensure successful deliveries.
• Dispatch Coordination of all inbound/outbound drivers and equipment.
• Assignment of runs to OTR drivers on a daily basis.
• Yard Management: tracking of Company Fleet and Common Carrier loads.
• Tracking of offsite tractors and trailers.
• Monitor and track Frito-Lay Drivers DOT Hours of Service.
• Manifesting of all retail and vend deliveries.
• Communicate effectively with shift counterparts for successful hand-off between shifts.
• Active participation in various Department Team/Business meetings.
• Backfill other shifts as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Overtime as needed

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $39,500 - $63,100.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

Required

High School Diploma or GED2+ years of dispatching experienceMicrosoft Excel and Word proficiencyStrong math and analytical skills, including basic calculations and data analysisAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines with minimal supervisionAvailability to work weekends, overtime, and holidays

Preferred

1+ year of experience applying DOT Hours of Service regulations1+ year of experience with DOT Drug/Alcohol compliance and testing requirements

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / AgeIf you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.