Transportation Coordinator

St. Louis Area Foodbank

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
  • Apply easily
St. Louis Area Foodbank (SLAFB)JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Transportation CoordinatorImmediate Supervisor: Transportation ManagerFLSA: Non-Exempt/HourlyGeneral Description/Position SummaryThe Transportation Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day planning and routing of the transportation operations ensuring shipments into and out of the St. Louis Area Foodbank (SLAFB) are handled quickly, safely and within budget constraints. This includes planning and coordinating the activities of the drivers, oversight of transportation equipment, coordinating with outside companies, donors, and making sure shipping documentation is prepared correctly.Duties and Responsibilities
  • Establishes and maintains excellent communications with the drivers, creating a positive and rewarding working environment.
  • Assist in daily planning and coordinate transportation operations including dispatching, routing, and tracking transportation vehicles.
  • Assist in maintenance schedules, licensing, and PMs of fleet.
  • Reconcile fuel invoices and submit weekly reporting.
  • Responsible for assisting the Transportation Manager in the daily dispatching of Food Drives.
  • Works with the Transportation Manager to control and audit routes on a bi-annual basis, including setting up new routes and re-organizing existing ones.
  • Assists the Director of Operations by completing the daily workload and tasks in the absence of the Transportation Manager.
  • Updates and maintains all appropriate paperwork related to drivers' daily route sheets and vehicle inspection reports, monitors and makes edits to our existing Roadnet system. Works to ensure D.O.T. Rules and Regulations are being adhered to by all drivers.
  • Works with the Product Sourcing Team to schedule donation pickups and coverage of retail pickups when needed.
  • Complete daily, weekly and monthly reports as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge. Skills and Abilities
  • Experience with transportation; routing, scheduling, forecasting, planning, logistics, delivery performance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
  • In-depth knowledge of transportation operations, FMCSA, and DOT regulations.
  • Proficient in usage of transportation optimization software to perform routing, scheduling, and shipment tracking.
  • Strong customer focus.
  • Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft applications and routing software; Roadnet and/or AGI a plus.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail, ability to handle interruptions, maintains focus on tasks and produce accurate work.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders, both internal and external.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Knows, understands, and lives the Foodbank's core values, setting the proper example for all drivers.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in business or Logistics preferred or comparable experience of one to three years in transportation operations for a distributor, retailer, or manufacturing company.
  • One to three years of transportation, routing and dispatch experience required.
  • Class B license preferred, in the event the Transportation Coordinator needs to assist with pick-ups and/or deliveries.
  • Must be able to pass drug screening and criminal background check.
Working ConditionWork is performed in a warehouse with a significant amount of walking on concrete surfaces. Entrances may be open and work conditions during the summer months can be very hot, and during the winter very cold. Employees may be going in and out of freezers and coolers with extreme variations in temperature. Workspace could be very dusty, and on occasions can be noisy due to the traffic of motorized vehicles operating in the building. Periodically, they may work outside and be exposed to the elements. Employees may be exposed to spoiled food and sharp objects due to working with damaged products. Work involves moving boxes and employees must lift, bend, squat, pick up and move objects up to 75 pounds. Work involves using manual pallet jacks and therefore requires an ability to push and pull pallets over 2,000 pounds.Special events and other projects related to this position may require evening and / or weekend work. Meeting attendance may require overnight travel.This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Performance of other duties may be requested. Evaluations will be in part based upon the performance of the tasks listed in this job description. St. Louis Area Foodbank has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment.Social Responsibility StatementYou are welcome at the St. Louis Area Foodbank (SLAFB) for who you are. At the SLAFB, we strive to empower our team to embrace and celebrate who they are. We cultivate a fair work environment that fosters belonging and respects and values people with varied backgrounds, demographics, identities and disabilities. Doing so strengthens our organization, cultivates a culture where everyone feels valued and can bring their best selves to the SLAFB. This enables us to nourish people, empower communities, and transform systems. At the SLAFB, we cultivate a respectful and empowered workplace that embraces a broad range of lived experiences and viewpoints. We are committed to building a team that reflects the neighbors and communities we serve in the bi-state region to enhance engagement and connectivity with all key stakeholders.

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