Dispatch Manager

Univar; Guelph; On-site; CAD 103,462 - 137,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training and development programs

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Univar Solutions Canada LTD is seeking a Dispatch Manager responsible for routing and scheduling outbound freight. This role supervises truck drivers and administrative personnel, ensuring safe and efficient transportation operations.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma, 3-5 years of management experience in transportation, strong computer skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. The annual expected salary range for this vacant position is $75,000 - $100,000.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of leadership experience in transportation.
• In-depth knowledge of chemical distribution facility operation.
• Strong computer skills and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage all transportation activities ensuring legal and economical operations.
• Oversee truck drivers and administrative personnel.
• Develop transportation budgets in coordination with management.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Company: Univar Solutions Canada LTD

Requisition ID: 34795

Overview

The Dispatch Manager is responsible for routing and scheduling all outbound freight and supervising truck drivers, administrative support personnel, and fleet maintenance personnel associated with the transportation function.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily safe, efficient, legal and economical operation of all transportation activities.
• Support sales efforts consistent with corporate and regulatory compliance, health, safety and environmental affairs.
• Implement and manage branch regulatory compliance program; CFR 49.
• Develop transportation budgets and operating plans in coordination with sales and branch management.
• Responsible for meeting customer delivery requirements in a cost‑effective manner.
• Manage salary plan, personnel development, hiring, promoting, and termination within the transportation/dispatch function.
• Schedule deliveries with company equipment and set up common carriers.
• Maintain truck licensing and permits.
• Answer shipping office phones, radio and may back up other shipping and receiving clerks.
• Responsible for training health and safety programs for transportation personnel.
• Solve customer service problems.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 3-5 years of leadership experience in transportation.
• In-depth knowledge of chemical distribution facility operation.
• Strong computer, verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of governmental requirements related to the chemical industry; i.e. OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, etc. and demonstrated ability to attain such knowledge.
• Experience shipping and receiving products using a computer inventory system.
• Some product knowledge, chemical industry background and/or chemistry classes a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills in coaching and team building with all levels of people in the organization.
• High level of decision‑making ability, balancing customers' needs and company objectives.
• Strong organization skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills.

Where you'll work

Location not specified.

Pay and Benefits

This position is currently vacant. The annual expected salary range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

What we offer

• Paid training and development programs at every level.
• Career advancement and mentoring opportunities.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, extended health, life insurance).
• Employee Resource Networks advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employer‑matched defined contribution pension plan.

Equal Opportunity

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.