Transportation Coordinator

Job Overview

The Transportation Coordinator works under the direction of the Transportation Manager and contributes to the achievement of Baldor's mission, by monitoring, directing and supporting Baldor's Transportation team. This role involves planning, scheduling, and coordinating transportation activities as well as handling any related issues. This role will work closely with various stakeholders such as drivers, carriers, routers and operations personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs driver check-ins, driver training, and on road training.
• Assists Transportation Manager with overall day-to-day administration of transportation and delivery functions, which may include calculating driver payroll, reviewing driver hours and expense reports, identifying and resolving problems, and ensuring that drivers are compliant with DOT regulations.
• Operates the computer keyboard to enter and access data in automated fleet management system.
• Manage internal and external customer inquiries about delivery status.
• Coordinate route assistance for underperforming routes.
• Oversee the tracking and monitoring of temperature and excessive stop alerts.
• Oversee Audits driver paperwork to ensure accuracy (PODs, Customer Signatures).
• Oversee the research, tracking, and reporting of driver and route data via Transportation Power BI tools.
• Coordinates tracking of all relevant information on drivers, such as license status, traffic tickets, accidents and other safety related data.
• Ensures maintenance of all trucks through detailed review of post-trip inspections.
• Works in conjunction with Transportation Manager to minimize operating expenses and to ensure all deliveries are efficiently delivered.
• Dispatch for Saturday routes, daily updates & day end reports.
• Create reports for driver performance in pertinent applications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• 2-5 years in Transportation industry
• Some experience or exposure to DOT and safety regulations
• Bilingual in Spanish (Required)

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent

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About Baldor

Since our beginnings as part of the iconic Greenwich Village retail store, Balducci's, Baldor has upheld its original promise-to curate and deliver the finest ingredients from around the world. For more than 30 years, we have supported the food industry using cutting-edge logistics, a modern supply chain, and an unwavering commitment to service. Today, we are the trusted distribution partner for top hotels, restaurants, country clubs, hospitals, nursing homes, and culinary professionals across the region.

Benefits

Baldor is committed to supporting the well-being, stability, and long-term success of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick time, paid company holidays & floating holidays
• Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee discounts on Baldor products
• Commuter Benefits
• Career growth and development opportunities

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and employment status.

EEO Statement

Baldor believes in equal employment opportunity for all. We continue to build a culture of belonging where everyone is important within a more inclusive workforce and a better world. It is our policy that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, political ideology, ancestry, the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disabilities, or other legally protected status. Baldor will ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

Join Our Team

If you want to make an impact at a rapidly growing organization, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and help shape the future of specialty food distribution with Baldor!