Transportation Coordinator
Poland, ME, US
Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.
Job Description
Reporting Location: Poland, ME
Pay: $24.62 / hour
Benefits: 401(k) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off and holidays, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and much more!
Schedule(s):
Day Shift: Monday – Friday: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM EST
Afternoon Shift: Monday – Friday: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM EST
Ability to work weekends and holidays per business needs is required
Responsibilities
Provide load coverage support across all managed accounts, including execution of TMS route guides, manual booking, spot market auctions, and direct carrier outreach
Coordinate and pair multi-stop orders efficiently to optimize routing
Perform cleanup of past-due shipments and ensure accurate load status updates
Offer weekend support on a voluntary, overtime basis
Support docking operations, including manual docking in TMS and carrier training
Provide weekend dispatch, customer service, and OS&D support, including load coverage and issue escalation
Follow up on late loads and provide updated ETAs to warehouses
Coordinate freight movements across multiple transport modes (truckload, LTL, intermodal)
Optimize load planning and routing using TMS to improve efficiency
Resolve real-time delays and exceptions through carrier and stakeholder communication
Analyze transportation data to enhance service levels and drive continuous improvement
Maintain and update the after-hours carrier contact list
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
Qualifications
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or Logistics and Supply Chain is preferred but not required
1 -2 years’ experience in logistics or transportation operations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) is required
Experience in SAP, TMP, or other ERP software preferred
Self-motivated and capable of working independently without direct supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent interpersonal abilities
Exceptional customer service, problem-solving, critical thinking, planning, and organizational skills
Ability to multitask and effectively communicate with both internal and external team members
Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.
Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at Primo Brands Human Resources
Nearest Major Market: Lewiston
