Transportation Coordinator at US Foods

Manassas, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Foodservice, Logistics, TransportationIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma or GED/equivalent
Minimum two years of experience in warehouse administrative or clerical position
Effective communication both verbally and in writing
Excellent telephone and customer service ability
Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail
Basic computer skills with good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook
Problem solving and critical thinking abilities
Strong teamwork skills

Responsibilities

Answer all incoming calls to resolve driver, sales representative, and customer issues
Communicate route updates to drivers
Utilize software (MS Excel, Omnitracs, Tandem, Kronos, etc.) to create, update, and communicate reports and files (e.g., attendance, DVIRs, backhaul spreadsheets, delivery window dispatch, driver key log, trailer temp log, transportation route updates, network updates, transportation metrics)
Assist in damages and shorts process by notifying vendors and drivers, and completing associated paperwork
Communicate key information for backhaul and transportation operations (e.g., backhaul arrivals, daily dispatch, backhaul scheduling/rescheduling, service updates to Omnitracs, abnormalities/delivery issues)
Assist in scheduling pick-up appointments for backhaul orders and vendors
Complete related paperwork and communicate backhaul and logistics information
Other duties as assigned by manager

Skills

MS Excel

Omnitracs

Tandem

Kronos

Transportation Software

Logistics Coordination

Scheduling

Data Entry

Customer Service

Report Generation

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters

1853Year Founded

$340.5KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.

$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.

Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.

The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.

US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.

Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.

Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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