Distribution Coordinator

Location:

Birmingham, AL, US, 35201

Employment Type: Hourly
Shift: First
Work Designation: Onsite

Position Summary:

Coordinate the scheduling of carriers for timely, efficient and cost effective movement of Ventura customer and interbranch transfer shipments.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Serves as the central point of contact for customers, carriers, plants, sales, management and customer service on issues regarding movement of Ventura freight.
Reviews regularly Open Orders Report.
Sets up master bills in AS-400 for customers pick-ups & UPS orders.
Coordinate the scheduling of carriers with both inbound and outbound loads to ensure timely and efficient movement.
Responsible for putting out a daily shipping and receiving schedule.
Coordinates loading schedules with carriers to ensures timely delivery to the customer.
Ensures that loads do not violate or exceed the weight standards.
Coordinate the scheduling of inbound shipments.
Other duties as may be assigned by the Distribution Manager.
Verify and compare distribution schedule with transportation schedule three times daily.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
2 years experience in traffic operations.

Knowledge and Skills:

Basic understanding of distribution operations.
Skill in complex problem solving.
Required communication skills:
- Written (spelling, grammar, structure, clarity);
- Oral (concise, clear, relevant, organized)
Ability to utilize computer tools (spreadsheet, word processing, mainframe) with minimal additional training or guidance.
Organizational and multi-tasking skills, allowing the incumbent to function effectively in complex and rapidly evolving situations.
Knowledge of Ventura Foods, LLC products, processes and systems as they relate to the transportation function.
Must be able to identify and report any food safety and food security concerns.

Why Join Us:
Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs

Physical Demands:
Regularly requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Physical strength and dexterity sufficient to perform the required task(s). Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more with assistance. Additional demands may be required.

Work Environment:
In addition to normal business hours, work schedules may include after hours and weekends as needed. May work outside and in adverse temperatures which include extreme hot, cold, and humidity. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. Must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by established Company Safety standards. May require work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet for prolonged periods of time.

Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.