Transportation Coordinator

Transportation Coordinator

Join PepsiCo in a game-changing role as the Transportation Coordinator for our Tolleson Club Distribution Center. In this high-impact position, you'll oversee all key transportation tasks for Tolleson Club and work closely with our third-party logistics (3PL) partner. You will be at the forefront of transportation scheduling for this site while ensuring operational excellence from day one.

As the Warehouse Transportation Coordinator, you'll play a critical role in driving operational excellence, team development, and strategic 3PL partnerships while supporting all aspects of the Inbound/Outbound Dock Schedule.

Responsibilities

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

On call at anytime

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead communication with all transport carriers, utilizing high level planning and performance management.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Solve day-to-day transportation challenges while maintaining & exceeding KPIs with scheduling.

3PL & Operational Excellence

• Partner with 3PL on dock scheduling of all inbound and outbound finished good and material loads, implementation of the dock schedule and execution of the dock schedule.
• Drive improvements in dock performance by providing a strategic dock schedule.

Inventory & Process Management

• Leverage WMS Red Prairie, SAP and Spotlight Optimization tools to enhance scheduling and product availability.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and corporate policies, including safety, transportation, accounting, and purchasing.
• Prepare for and adapt processes for PGT and Blue Yonder system implementation in P12 2026.

Customer Service & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Ensure on-time delivery aligned with Requested/Scheduled Arrival Dates to support outbound customer demand.
• Build strong relationships across the PepsiCo Power of One network, including corporate partners, Co-Packers, Repackers, and manufacturing across the food and beverage business units.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve operational issues and deliver exceptional customer service.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee all transportation responsibilities for Tolleson Club in Tolleson, AZ.
• Route orders daily in compliance with the transportation route guide, ensuring timely execution to meet the requested ship date and secure carrier capacity ahead of the competition.
• Track carrier performance and troubleshoot any loads that may be at risk of missing requested arrival date.
• Ensure all new orders comply with PepsiCo guidelines on weight and method of shipment.
• Work with carriers to schedule all assigned outbound and inbound shipments to/from our facility.
• Work with all carriers on daily execution.
• Monitor and maintain proper trailer pool for multiple carriers daily.
• Quickly adapt to volatility in the transport market due to driver availability, rising fuel prices, weather, etc.
• Work with 3PL Management, Supervisors, Leads, Welcome Center Associates and Operators to deliver daily and weekly measurables.
• Work with COE (Center of Excellence) and Service Team on scheduling issues.
• Work with COE, Warehouse and Transportation on loads not scheduled by end of period.
• Maintain reason code input within SAP for open order status reporting.
• Review previous day's dock schedule to ensure all orders are shipped; if not, ensure timely reschedule.
• Collaborate with the Shipping Office regarding specific shipment requirements ex: LTLs, sample orders, new innovation.
• Accountable for compliance to the Past Due Inbound Report and Shipment Status Report.
• Ownership of daily, weekly and period service metrics as they relate to the role.
• Cross train to support two other distribution centers as well as other service center functions.
• All other duties as assigned.

Who You Are:

• You're a strategic, hands-on inventor with a passion for operations and transportation, and one that delivers results. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are excited by the opportunity to shape the future of PepsiCo's Supply Chain

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $45,900 - $73,250.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in supply chain preferred.
• Experience: One to two years of experience in transportation or logistical operations.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams, influence across functions, and drive results in a fast-paced environment while leading with a mindset to exceed all Objectives/Metrics.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with WMS, SAP, transportation systems, and labor management systems. Familiarity with EDI a plus.
• Strategic Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities. Self-starter.
• Communication: Excellent cross functional collaboration, team building skills, and the ability to influence in a matrixed environment.
• Flexibility: Comfortable working in unstructured environments and making quick, informed decisions.