• Transportation Coordinator - Days

    Primo Brands (Poland, ME)


    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 overtime as volunteered and when available

     

    Drive strategic logistics optimization through expert multi-modal transportation management (truckload, LTL, intermodal), implementing innovative supply chain solutions to maximize operational efficiency and generate significant cost savings.

     

    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 education or 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, TMS, or other ERP software preferred; training will be provided for the right candidate

     

    Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively

     

    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

     

    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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