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US Foods Transportation Dispatcher in Salem, Virginia

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE.

Join Our Community of Food People!

BASIC PURPOSE

The Dispatcher will coordinate driver assignments and activities to ensure proper distribution service to our customers. Escalate issues whenever there are risks to proper service.

BECOME A US FOODS® TEAM MEMBER!

We are looking for a Dispatcher who relish the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family.

We help YOU make it! . US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded.

US FOODS® has a lot to offer:

  • US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded.

  • We are committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work

  • Service recognition and employee rewards

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Company with a history of promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities w/ ongoing job skills and leadership development training

  • Leading foodservice distributor that generates billions in revenue and is a publicly traded Fortune 150 company on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave. Check out our Benefits by clicking on the link Health Plan Identifier (benefitspricing.com)

As a US FOODS® Dispatcher you will coordinate driver assignments and activities to ensure proper distribution service to our customers. Escalate issues whenever there are risks to proper service . Your efforts are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

  • Minimum one year of transportation or logistics experience.

  • High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.

  • Effective communication both verbally and in writing.

  • Excellent telephone and customer service ability.

  • Math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.

  • Basic computer skills with a good knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.

  • Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to solve problems of limited scope.

  • Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division.

  • Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior dispatcher experience preferred.

  • Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service Regulations and driver logs.

  • Knowledge of our geographic delivery area.

MAIN INGREDIENTS

Great Dispatchers are crucial to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Dispatchers strive for integrity and reliability, while building trusting relationships with our team.

  • Coordinate driver activities and shuttle assignments to resolve service issues and minimize overtime, downtime, and hours of service violations. Complete attendance trackers and verify that drivers are using Omnitracs properly.

  • Ensure that customer’s needs are being met in a prompt and professional manner and escalate issues (late dispatch, breakdown, other service failures) to managers and sales force. Reassign routes as needed to solve service issues , and ensure that drivers are logging in and utilizing Proof of Delivery scanner.

  • Coordinate trailer, tractor, and backhaul assignments to support efficient logistics operations.

  • Visually inspect each driver’s appearance to verify that drivers are in proper uniform and have required PPE.

  • Notify the manager / supervisor in charge and the safety specialist in the event of a vehicle accident or driver injury.

  • Other duties as assigned by manager.

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US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.

US Foods may collect personal information from you in connection with the application process. US Foods complies with the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020, and its policy may be found here (https://www.usfoods.com/content/dam/usf/pdf/Policies/HR/USF_CCPA_policy.pdf) .

US Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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US Foods is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact our US Foods Application Accommodation Line at 855-873-2468. You will be prompted to leave a message. Please state the specifics of the assistance needed and your contact information. A member of our HR department will return your call within two business days.

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