Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Dispatcher to join our dynamic transportation team. In this vital role, you will coordinate and manage the scheduling, routing, and dispatching of freight and delivery vehicles to ensure timely and efficient service. Your proactive communication skills and technical expertise will help streamline operations, optimize fleet utilization, and enhance overall supply chain performance. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of logistics operations, supporting seamless transportation management and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily dispatch activities for freight and delivery vehicles using transportation management systems such as Oracle Transportation Management and SyteLine.
- Utilize GPS and GIS tools to track vehicle locations, optimize routes, and improve transportation planning efficiency.
- Communicate clearly with drivers, carriers, warehouse staff, and clients via multi-line phone systems, maintaining professional phone etiquette at all times.
- Enter data accurately into logistics platforms, including shipping & receiving records, fleet management systems, and AS400 databases.
- Monitor shipment statuses, troubleshoot delays or issues, and adjust dispatch plans accordingly to meet delivery deadlines.
- Collaborate with 3PL providers and internal teams to coordinate freight movements within the supply chain network.
- Maintain detailed logs of dispatch activities, incident reports, and inbound/outbound shipments for compliance and analysis purposes.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of transportation management systems (TMS), Oracle Transportation Management, SyteLine, and AS400 platforms.
- Proficiency in GPS technology, GIS mapping, and transportation planning tools to enhance route efficiency.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle multi-line phone systems professionally.
- Demonstrated analysis skills for evaluating logistics data, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing improvements.
- Experience with freight coordination, shipping & receiving procedures, and fleet management practices.
- Familiarity with supply chain concepts including 3PL logistics solutions and transportation planning strategies.
- Strong typing skills for quick data entry along with attention to detail for accurate record keeping. Join us as a Dispatcher to play a crucial role in delivering exceptional logistics solutions! Your expertise will help keep our operations running smoothly while providing opportunities for growth within a fast-paced environment committed to excellence in transportation management.
Pay: $25.00 - $29.18 per week
Work Location: In person