TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST
Company: Pilgrim's
Location: Pittsburg
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Transportation SpecialistWe are looking for a Transportation
Specialist for Pilgrim s who will coordinate the transportation
planning of customer replenishment orders in the most cost
effective and efficient manner possible, while meeting all customer
service expectations.This person must live/work in our office in
Greeley, CO or Pittsburgh, TX.Responsibilities:Book daily shipments
out of 3rdparty warehouses (approx. 100 domestic loads/week)Review
shipment routing and freight costs to ensure maximum savings.Assist
claims in resolution of transportation of rejected product.Assist
in tracking late and potential late trucks.Communicate and advise
plant and sales team about drivers scheduled, load delays, drop
trailers, etc.Maintain and review carrier performance of on-time
delivery.Maintain drop trailer and plant trailer pools.Maintain and
develop relationships with plant personnel, carriers, & sales
teams.Daily communication with your carriers out of your facility
and building relationships with your key carriers.On call 24/7, via
cell phone, to deal with transportation or carrier issues that may
arise.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Minimum high school
diploma or GED equivalent.Experience in transportation industry
preferred.Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and
accuracy a must.Must have excellent verbal and written
communication skills.SAP knowledge and experience
preferred.Experience with Microsoft Office Suite preferred-basic
excel skills, word, outlook, etc.As a salaried position with the
company, you may be required to travel at some point to other
facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the
Company in other situations. Unless otherwise specified in this
posting, the amount of travel may vary, and the most qualified
candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs
dictate.The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for
the followingcompensation and benefits:Benefits: Vision, Medical,
and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;Paid Time
Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed
holidays;401(k):company match begins after the first year of
service and follows the company vesting schedule;Base salaryrange
of$55,000-$57,000andIncentive Pay:This position is eligible to
participate in the Company s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus
varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the
incentive programFor individuals assigned and/or hired to work in
Colorado, JBS and Pilgrim s is required by law to include a
reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This
compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes
into account various factors that are considered in making
compensation decisions, including but not limited to a candidate s
relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and
proficiencies for the role.The Company is dedicated to ensuring a
safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To
assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and
background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to
the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act
requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented
for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.About
us:Pilgrim s is the second largest chicken producer in the world,
with operations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Mexico and the U.K.
Pilgrim s processes, prepares, packages and delivers fresh,
further-processed and value-added poultry products for sale to
customers in more than 100 countries, employs more than 50,000
people and contracts with more than 5,200 family farmers. Pilgrim s
is headquartered in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, at the JBS USA
corporate office where our 1,200 employees enjoy more than 300 days
of sunshine a year.Our mission:To be the best in all that we do,
completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and
services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our
suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity
of a better future for all of our team members.Our core values
are:Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership,
Simplicity, SincerityEOE/Vets/Disability
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