Pilot Flying J hiring Coordinator, Distribution in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

Company DescriptionPilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

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 characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job DescriptionThe purpose of this job is to provide support for distribution operations as well as initiating continuous improvement within the merchandising department.

• Support the Distribution team with project reports and initiatives
• Support the Merchandising & Deli teams with product rollouts and initiatives
• Work with distributor to execute product flow in support of merchandising and deli initiatives; implement solutions and action plans to achieve optimum results
• Utilize data and reporting systems to research, identify and create action plans for supply chain solutions
• Support distribution team to obtain favorable solutions to contractual obligations
• Provide telephone and email support to troubleshoot store level questions and issues related to the distributor
• Model behaviors that support the our purpose driven strategy, showing people they matter at every turn
• Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required
• Associate or bachelor's degree with a concentration in retail, or business preferred
• Minimum one year retail store, merchandising or restaurant experience preferred

Specialized Knowledge

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

Competencies

• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with a diverse work team
• Ability to apply critical thinking and situational analysis skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize based upon immediate or long-term needs of the category
• Excellent written and verbal communication and listening skills

Additional InformationTravelTravel required less than 5%

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time