Freight Coordinator I

United Natural Foods Inc

Providence, RI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$41,300–$72,300 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Cost Control, Distribution Channel, Distribution Services, Establish Priorities, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Logistics, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Organic Foods, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Regional Sales, Retail, Sales, Supply Chain, Telephone Skills, Third-Party Logistics (3PL), Time Management, Vehicle Fleets, Warehousing, Wholesale Industry, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Providence, RI
POSTED
1 day ago

Job Ref: 177364 Location: Providence, RI 02903 Location Flexibility: Remote Category: Logistics and Warehouse Job Type: Full-time Job Status: Exempt Anticipated Closing Date: July 16, 2026 Pay Basis Yearly Pay Range $41300.00 - $72300.00 Annually ($19.86 - $34.76 Hourly) Brand UNFI

Purpose:

Responsible for the logistical coordination of all purchase orders applying to the assigned lanes, consolidation distribution centers, and carriers for this position. This position acts as the single point of contact between UNFI Replenishment, UNFI Operations, and 3PL Partners (Carriers) to achieve the highest quality of logistics performance and service level expectations at the optimal cost. This includes all coordination and communication from product pick up to final destination while balancing freight costs, monitoring transit times, and internal operations schedules

Job Responsibilities:

  • Point of contact between IBL carriers/UNFI fleet providing load tender instructions & ETA requirements

  • Schedules and monitors all purchase orders in specified lanes or distribution centers

  • Internal/external communication related to specific PO's

  • Maintains eta accuracy within the TMS system

  • Responsible for ensuring the prompt receipt of specified purchase orders

  • Advises appropriate personnel regarding completion, transit, and delivery dates or possible delays

  • Understanding of DC operations responsibilities

  • Crossdock, Backhaul, Routing, Receiving, Selection, etc.

  • General understanding of service level and logistics cost metrics

  • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements: Education/ Certifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Experience:

  • One-year experience in a Distribution Center and/or Logistics/Supply Chain or Purchasing

  • General experience in Microsoft Office product applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Knowledge:

  • Familiar with applicable Warehouse Management Systems functions, and Transportation Management Systems.

Skills/ Abilities:

  • Good working relationships and coordination with internal and external business partners

  • Efficient service level, on time metrics and Freight Cost metrics

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, and phone etiquette

  • Ability to prioritize multiple request and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and timeliness

  • Understanding of the Master Scheduling role in Supply Chain

  • Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

About UNFI: We are North America's premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Competitive 401k, Flexible PTO or Competitive PTO plan, mentorship program/developmental opportunities, other benefits applicable to specific role.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Company: United Natural Foods Inc.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state/provincial and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), Click HERE for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program (or retirement savings plan if in Canada); medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account (U.S. only), subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate's first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $680 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI's commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.

UNFI's compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company's sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act or for Canadian applicants in accordance with provincial human rights legislation.

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