Delivery Coordinator
Req #17650
Gannett Co.,
Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally focused media and
marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With
an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives
of millions with our Pulitzer-Prize winning content, consumer experiences and
benefits, and advertiser products and services.
Our current portfolio of media
assets includes USA TODAY, local media organizations in 46 states in the U.S.,
and Newsquest, a wholly owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom with
more than 120 local news media brands. Gannett also owns the digital marketing
services companies ReachLocal, Inc., UpCurve, Inc., and WordStream, Inc., which
are marketed under the LOCALiQ brand, and runs the largest media-owned events
business in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.
To connect with us, visit www.gannett.com.
Delivery Coordinator
Shreveport Times
$14.00 per hour
The Shreveport Times in Shreveport, LA has a part-time opening for an Delivery Coordinator. You will work closely with distribution staff to maintain an effective independent contractor delivery force to distribute all products either produced or distributed by the company while meeting the department’s delivery and financial objectives. This is a night-time position usually starting between 11pm – midnight and includes weekends.
- Achieve company objectives and oversee an independent contractor carrier force.
- Ensure goodwill between company and independent contractors and ensure compliance with contract terms, under the guidance of the Distribution Manager.
- Contribute to growing circulation volumes and revenue within the assigned district.
- Ensure customer/subscriber satisfaction levels are met or exceeded.
- Distribute products to independent contractors and assist with delivering open/down routes.
- Other related duties as assigned, including transportation, customer service, and redelivery operations.
Requirements:
Valid driver’s license, dependable vehicle, liability insurance at good motor vehicle record are required for this position.
- Ability to work as part of a team, with minimal daily supervision and high degree of self-motivation.
- Ability to problem solve, resolve issues & complaints, demonstrate sound reasoning, exercise judgment, and make decisions.
- Ability to repetitively stoop, bend and walk to distribute newspapers. Will push and pull carts loaded with newspapers and repetitively lift newspaper bundles weighing between 10–40 pounds.
- Ability to work flexible overnight hours, available at any time as needed to include weekends and holidays
- Knowledge of Shreveport/Bossier City and surrounding areas.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required, a college education will help in advancement opportunities.
Preferred Skills
- Strong leadership ability to lead a mixed workforce of employees and independent contractors spread out across several different markets.
- Strong PC skills including word processing and spreadsheet applications.
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Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, education, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Other details
- Job Family District Managers
- Job Function Marketing Solutions
- Pay Type Hourly