Coordinator - Dispatch
Tropicana Brands Group, Bradenton, FL, United States
Fresh‑Squeezed Legacy, Bold New Chapter
Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we’re committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments, we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages.
Your Next Pour: The Opportunity
Tropicana Brands Group is looking for a Dispatch Coordinator to support our Distribution Center team. This role will be responsible for coordinating and executing daily warehouse and distribution activities to ensure efficient product flow and on‑time order fulfillment. The dispatcher plays a critical part in allocating inventory to orders, identifying and resolving operational issues, and managing trailer movements within the Warehouse Management System (WMS). It is integral to the success of the distribution center, serving as a central coordination point that enables the facility to operate safely, effectively, and efficiently. The dispatcher ensures alignment across warehouse, transportation, and production functions, minimizing delays, optimizing throughput, and maintaining service levels. Success requires strong, clear, and timely communication across multiple teams to ensure alignment, minimize disruptions, and sustain operational performance.
Additional Responsibilities
Allocate product to customer and internal orders in alignment with inventory availability and operational priorities
Monitor and identify potential issues impacting operations, including product shortages, equipment constraints, and scheduling conflicts
Initiate and manage trailer movements within the WMS to support efficient dock flow and loading/unloading activities
Check trailers in and out of the facility, ensuring accurate documentation and system updates
Perform required quality inspections on inbound products to verify compliance with company and regulatory standards
Act as the central point of coordination for daily operations, ensuring all functions remain aligned and operational flow is maintained
Communicate proactively and effectively with warehouse, transportation, and production teams to provide updates, adjust priorities, and quickly resolve issues
Anticipate and mitigate operational disruptions to maintain throughput and service performance
Maintain and update controlled documents in accordance with company policies and audit requirements
Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with safety, quality, and operational procedures
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by leadership to support business needs
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred
Ability to communicate effectively under pressure in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism
Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information across multiple levels of the organization
Working Conditions
Fast‑paced warehouse and distribution environment
May require working flexible hours, including weekends or holidays as needed
Frequent interaction with warehouse personnel, drivers, and leadership teams
Key Competencies
Effective communication and coordination
Decision‑making and problem‑solving
Attention to detail
Time management and prioritization
Team collaboration
Accountability and ownership
The Perfect Blend: Experience
Previous experience in warehouse operations, logistics coordination, or dispatching preferred
Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) required
Foundational Ingredients: Requirements
Must be located in Bradenton, FL, surrounding area, or willing to relocate for the duration of employment
Willingness to be onsite at the manufacturing facility on a full‑time basis
Must be able to perform physical tasks for the duration of the shift, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting/moving items weighing 50 pounds or more
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future
Benefits
Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company‑provided life, STD and LTD insurance, 401(k), and Pension Plan. In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.
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Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we’re committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments, we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages.
Your Next Pour: The Opportunity
Tropicana Brands Group is looking for a Dispatch Coordinator to support our Distribution Center team. This role will be responsible for coordinating and executing daily warehouse and distribution activities to ensure efficient product flow and on‑time order fulfillment. The dispatcher plays a critical part in allocating inventory to orders, identifying and resolving operational issues, and managing trailer movements within the Warehouse Management System (WMS). It is integral to the success of the distribution center, serving as a central coordination point that enables the facility to operate safely, effectively, and efficiently. The dispatcher ensures alignment across warehouse, transportation, and production functions, minimizing delays, optimizing throughput, and maintaining service levels. Success requires strong, clear, and timely communication across multiple teams to ensure alignment, minimize disruptions, and sustain operational performance.
Additional Responsibilities
Allocate product to customer and internal orders in alignment with inventory availability and operational priorities
Monitor and identify potential issues impacting operations, including product shortages, equipment constraints, and scheduling conflicts
Initiate and manage trailer movements within the WMS to support efficient dock flow and loading/unloading activities
Check trailers in and out of the facility, ensuring accurate documentation and system updates
Perform required quality inspections on inbound products to verify compliance with company and regulatory standards
Act as the central point of coordination for daily operations, ensuring all functions remain aligned and operational flow is maintained
Communicate proactively and effectively with warehouse, transportation, and production teams to provide updates, adjust priorities, and quickly resolve issues
Anticipate and mitigate operational disruptions to maintain throughput and service performance
Maintain and update controlled documents in accordance with company policies and audit requirements
Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with safety, quality, and operational procedures
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by leadership to support business needs
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred
Ability to communicate effectively under pressure in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism
Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information across multiple levels of the organization
Working Conditions
Fast‑paced warehouse and distribution environment
May require working flexible hours, including weekends or holidays as needed
Frequent interaction with warehouse personnel, drivers, and leadership teams
Key Competencies
Effective communication and coordination
Decision‑making and problem‑solving
Attention to detail
Time management and prioritization
Team collaboration
Accountability and ownership
The Perfect Blend: Experience
Previous experience in warehouse operations, logistics coordination, or dispatching preferred
Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) required
Foundational Ingredients: Requirements
Must be located in Bradenton, FL, surrounding area, or willing to relocate for the duration of employment
Willingness to be onsite at the manufacturing facility on a full‑time basis
Must be able to perform physical tasks for the duration of the shift, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting/moving items weighing 50 pounds or more
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future
Benefits
Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company‑provided life, STD and LTD insurance, 401(k), and Pension Plan. In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.
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