What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Coordinator position at Performance Foodservice?
Job Description:
We Deliver the Goods:- Competitive pay and benefits, including Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, RRSP, Paid Direct Drug Card, & Scholarship Opportunities for children of associates, Paid Time Off, and much more
- Growth opportunities performing essential work to support North America’s food distribution system
- Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.
Primary Responsibilities:
It all flows through you. As the Transportation Clerk, you will take orders from request to reality, in an environment where you’ll feel and create a culture of safety and family. You will support the transportation team in improving production processes and maintaining daily business. This includes performing administrative tasks such as; maintaining documents, directing incoming calls, providing reports, and supporting a variety of other functions to ensure that the transportation is providing Core-Mark customers with exceptional service and quality.
Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
It all flows through you. As the Transportation Clerk, you will take orders from request to reality, in an environment where you’ll feel and create a culture of safety and family. You will support the transportation team in improving production processes and maintaining daily business. This includes performing administrative tasks such as; maintaining documents, directing incoming calls, providing reports, and supporting a variety of other functions to ensure that the transportation is providing Core-Mark customers with exceptional service and quality.
Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
- Assisting with the dispatching of drivers and notifying customers on route changes.
- Answering incoming calls from customers, drivers, and internal departments.
- Maintaining all required files and other reports (vehicle inspection, fuel, and mileage).
- Inputting data into our computer system and generating reports as needed.
- Monitoring documentation for renewals such as drivers, licenses, and medical cards.
- Coordinating aspects of the hiring process; such as pre-employment testing and paperwork.
- Assisting with the processing of driver payroll.
- Performing other tasks and duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or equivalent experience.
- Strong math skills (addition/subtraction/division/multiplication).
- 1-3 years of experience in a transportation, warehouse, or manufacturing setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of transportation regulations.
- Prior experience with SAP and/or AS400 or the ability to learn to use these programs.
- Computer proficient with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Word and Excel.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
Working Conditions:
Exposure to a variety of environmental conditions: weather, temperature, lighting, and noise as determined by circumstances at accounts within assigned territory.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or equivalent experience.
Strong math skills (addition/subtraction/division/multiplication).
1-3 years of experience in a transportation, warehouse, or manufacturing setting.
Knowledge and understanding of transportation regulations.
Prior experience with SAP and/or AS400 or the ability to learn to use these programs.
Computer proficient with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Word and Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Working Conditions:
Exposure to a variety of environmental conditions: weather, temperature, lighting, and noise as determined by circumstances at accounts within assigned territory.
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.
Awards and Accolades
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.