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Transportation Specialist
- Primo Brands (Poland, ME)
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Overview
Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.
**Reporting Location:** Poland, Maine
**Rate: $** 24.62 / hour
**Schedule** : Monday – Friday: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm EST
Ability to work weekends and holidays per business needs is required
**Benefits:** Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and much more!
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Load coverage support for all accounts managed, to include executing TMS route guides, manual coverage, use of spot auctions, phone calls
Pairing multi stop orders
Past due shipment load clean up, open orders and backlog
Weekend support over time as volunteered available
Coordinate and manage daily freight movements, ensuring timely and cost-effective transportation of goods across multiple modes (truckload, LTL, intermodal).
Monitor and optimize load planning and routing using transportation management systems (TMS) to maximize efficiency and reduce empty miles.
Communicate with carriers, drivers, and internal stakeholders to resolve delays, disruptions, or exceptions in real-time.
Analyze transportation data and KPIs to identify trends, improve service levels, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain and update the after-hours carrier contact phone & e-mail list.
Daily shift changeover KPI measuring
Dock scheduling support
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or Logistics and Supply Chain is preferred but not required
1 - 2 years’ experience in logistics or transportation operations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word) is required
Experience in SAP, TMP, or other ERP software preferred
Self-motivated and capable of working independently without direct supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent interpersonal abilities
Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, planning, and organizational skills
Ability to multitask and effectively communicate with both internal and external team members
**Flexible Full-Time Program:** This position can experience periods throughout the year where business is slower and there are less hours of work available due to seasonality. Generally, the company does not anticipate temporary layoffs to last more than a total of 90 days however each temporary layoff is based on volume and business needs and could vary based on the situation. . During temporary layoff, the company will maintain your elected benefits (medical, dental, and vision) at the active employee rate for up to 90 days of which you are responsible for your benefits premium costs. A reinstatement bonus will be processed upon your return from temporary layoff if you return to your position when recalled. Employees out on temporary layoff will be expected to be prepared to return to work at any time when the company requires.
Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.
Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.
Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.
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