Part time
Miami, Florida
Overview
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful culinary operations and experiences. We’ve grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve.
At Gordon Food Service our customers come first. As an Expeditor you will present a positive image while serving as a liaison between Gordon Food Service (GFS) management and its customers. Communicates all customer issues and concerns. Operates GFS equipment in a professional and safe manner demonstrating attention to detail, safe work habits, working knowledge of refrigerated van, and the ability to deal effectively with customers and the public.
This position will reside in: Miami, FL.
Position Benefits
A generous 401(k) matching program and profit-sharing that is above industry standards
Financial rewards for performance compensation structure which includes hourly pay and bonus potential
Low-cost benefit options for you and your family’s health and future
Expeditor
We invite you to join our Non-Commercial / International Sales team where you’ll experience a world where servant leadership and cutting-edge tools and training come together to support your career growth and financial objectives.
Position Requirements
Maintaining a valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record
Must be able to operate a Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) certificate
Stamp upwards of 3,000 cases with official USDA stamp to ensure clearance for inspection
Monitor and load containers for shipment using a pallet jack
Coordinates with internal staff and third-party service providers to load products into on-site containers based on USDA specification
Works closely with on-site USDA officer to ensure compliance of established guidelines
Visits USDA Veterinary Office for processing of paperwork daily
Delivers and picks up paperwork from various governmental agencies as needed
Picks up products from vendors as assigned
Makes deliveries to customers, freight forwarders, and shipside locations as needed
Ensures safe, accurate, timely, and efficient deliveries of GFS products
Build and maintain positive relationships with customers and vendors
Accurately collects customer payments and manages customer paperwork to include signed invoices, credits, inspection documentation, etc.
Performs proper equipment maintenance, monitors reefer temperature, and reports mechanical issues and damages in a timely manner.
Collaborates with management and International sales representatives to communicate customer concerns.
Performs daily pre/post trip inspection of vehicles and equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
This position requires punctuality, and good verbal, problem-solving, and listening skills.
Must be able to work independently and also function in a team environment.
Must be goal oriented with a positive attitude and be able to read, write and understand the English language.
Solves routine problems of limited scope and complexity following established policies and procedures.
Basic computer skills.
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line. Please keep in mind this method is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and drug tests all employees.
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