Warehouse Coordinator at US Foods

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Foodservice, Distribution, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma or GED/equivalent required
Minimum of two years of experience in warehouse & delivery procedures required
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 a good knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook
Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to solve problems of limited scope
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division

Responsibilities

Prepare and process routine forms, reports, and documents (inbound documents, outbound documents, discrepancy reports, stock and damage claims, time sheets, requisitions, shipping labels, etc.) following standard procedures
Communicate with internal and external customers to support staff and customer needs; respond to inquiries and telephone calls; respond to requests by researching information
Collect, track, and input data on relevant operations metrics to support tracking warehouse performance, including shorts, mispicks, dump/damage, service level, associate over-time
Schedule receiving appointments with vendors for all inbound freight according to warehouse capacities; prepare and update Delivery Appointment sheet daily for receiving department
Complete inbound freight processes by performing inbound driver check-in and check-out
Ensure warehouse readiness for receiving by assigning receiving doors for inbound carriers
Prepare purchase orders for receiving and confirm purchase orders
Support night warehouse functions by checking returns and credit slips and assembling returned orders for proper return to picking slot; investigate picking errors and find missing products
Interact with warehouse personnel to solve selecting and shipping issues
Complete outbound paperwork and reports including documents for selecting crew, route loading, drivers, and trucks received at night; update the master storage report
Other duties as assigned by manager

Skills

Data Entry

Report Preparation

Warehouse Operations

Inbound Scheduling

Customer Communication

Metrics Tracking

Record Maintenance

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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