Backhaul Coordinator

UNFI is seeking a Backhaul Coordinator in Iowa City, IA, responsible for scheduling pickups and communicating with vendors, buyers, and drivers. The role requires attention to detail, organizational skills, and knowledge of transportation procedures. The position involves working in a temperature-controlled office environment with a regular schedule from Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. No degree is required, and it is a full-time job.
PURPOSE:
• Responsible for the scheduling and follow-through of PO's to be picked up by the driver. Includes direct communication with vendors, buyers, dispatchers, and drivers to ensure completion.

REGULAR WORK SCHEDULE:
• Sunday- Thursday: 8:00am to 4:30pm

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Detail oriented, good organizational skills
• Capable of maintaining written records and completing required forms in a timely manner
• Ability to build a solid and accurate pallet count
• Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
• Understanding of Safety guidelines

POSITION
• Ability to communicate and work well with others
• Astute, close attention to detail
• Should understand TMS and all applicable functions
• Should have strong knowledge of routes and all transportation procedures

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/ DEMANDS:
• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal
• While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hands to type, grasp and for fine manipulation; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment during normal workday
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties
• Exposed to temperatures on rare occasions ranging from -20 degrees to 35 degrees Fahrenheit in Perishable Operation and 37 degrees to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in Grocery Operation
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.