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Distribution Specialist

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Distribution Specialist

Tucson, AZ

WE ARE OFFERING A HOURLY SALARY OF $17.00 hour

Gannett Publishing

Distribution Specialist

Tucson, AZ

The Arizona Daily Star seeks an innovative, motivated, results-focused Part-Time Distribution Specialist for our Newspaper Distribution Centers in the Tucson area. We put a premium on personal integrity, teamwork, accountability, problem solving, a strong work ethic and excellent communication skills. This position assists the District Manager with a variety of operational responsibilities in Home Delivery. Primary responsibilities include delivery of down/open routes, familiarizing new Independent Contractors, solving customer service issues, and general distribution operations. This position promotes customer satisfaction and is responsible for ensuring excellent customer service, complaint resolution and reporting. Schedule will include varied nights, weekends and holidays. This position reports to the District Manager.

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Responsibilities:

Assists with district operations.

Delivers newspapers to subscribers as necessary to fill in for open/down routes or redeliver missed newspapers. Familiarizes new Independent Contractors

Addresses subscriber service issues with carriers.

• Assists the District Manager in handling paperwork and updating address database information including route sequencing and navigation. Assists product team in the distribution center as necessary.

Maintains a clean and safe working environment.

Requirements:

Newspaper delivery experience

o Proven excellent customer service experience

o Excellent verbal and written communication skills

o Strong PC skills

Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Must work well with others and be team oriented in nature.

This position requires the ability to routinely lift and move bundles up to 30 lbs

• Current valid driver's license, access to a vehicle and good driving history required

Here's what we have to offer:

We offer a competitive salary and career growth opportunities. We also offer you a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life

insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, employee discount program and domestic partner benefits.

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Client-provided location(s): Tucson, AZ, USA
Job ID: utn-76680
Employment Type: Part Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Financial Counseling
    • 401(K)
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program