Transportation Coordinator(Router)

Company:

US1635 Greco Wisconsin (Bellissimo Distribution, LLC)

Sales Territory:

None

Zip Code:

53154

Travel Percentage:

0

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Basic Function and Responsibility:

Responsible for the development and maintenance of a profitable Outbound and Inbound Logistics Program through the analysis and oversight of inbound / outbound freight, reducing cost, and improving load fill. Responsible for the evaluation, coordination, and expediting of outbound and inbound shipments into European Imports facilities and to customers. Must be able to evaluate and optimize freight financials, identify executable solutions, and deliver results through implementation. Drive value and service balance in support of European Imports and customer needs.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Negotiate cost, service agreements, and delivery expectations with third party transportation companies to facilitate accurate and timely outbound and inbound deliveries (Direct and LTL Loads) of goods to European Imports facilities and customers.
• Track and analyze outbound/inbound shipments by lane identifying under filled trucks and/or trucks reaching maximum pound capacity for proactive solutions to improve cost, profitability, and carrier service.
• Review all freight and fuel bills, create freight POs, and reconcile freight invoices, making sure rates are correct and approve for payment.
• Communicate with and schedule drivers for delivery of goods to customers out of the Arlington Heights, IL facility.
• Coordinate and facilitate freight for customer returns or other requests as needed.
• Tend to and resolve daily issues around tendered loads with carriers as they arise and ensure to communicate feedback to the proper business partner. For example, communicating routing issues to routing, loading issues to night warehouse, customer issues to sales, etc.
• File and track all managed carrier freight claims with Transportation Company and work with carriers on timely resolution. This encompasses freight claims for both inbound and outbound tendered loads.
• Adhere to all applicable GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), personal hygiene, and SQF (Safe Quality Food) policies and procedures as described in the European Imports – Sysco Food Safety Training Manual.
• Assist as needed in product recall incidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

​Working Conditions:

• General working conditions – exposed to adverse conditions 5% or less of time.

Supervision Received:

• General supervision is received from the Director of Operations.

Supervision Exercised:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in supply chain or equivalent from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is required.
• 2-3 years of experience working in a delivery, logistics, operations, and environment is preferred. Previous food service experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication skill is required.
• Ability to utilize a keyboard and mouse to input and manipulate data is required.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

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OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.