Dispatcher (Part-time)

Canada Cartage; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Vision care

Job summary

CommerceLink Logistics ULC, a division of Canada Cartage, seeks a dedicated Part-time Dispatcher for our Mississauga team. You will coordinate shipments, communicate with drivers and clients, and support freight moves using our transportation management system.

This in-office role runs Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 5 AM–1:30 PM, offering CAD 28.22 per hour and benefits. The ideal candidate has dispatch experience, strong communication skills, and proficient data entry to support reliable, on-time

Qualifications

• Previous dispatch or transportation coordination experience (preferably in trucking/logistics).
• Awareness of Highway traffic act including hours of service, TDG, weight restrictions etc (asset).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in using trucking software for data entry and shipment tracking.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey information over the phone and in emails.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with professionalism.
• Knowledge of transportation management systems is preferred but not mandatory.
• Intermediate keyboarding skills with PC, email, word processing and Excel experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule shipments to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Communicate with drivers, clients, and stakeholders to provide updates and resolve issues.
• Plan and schedule drivers to align with volumes and service expectations.
• Utilize transportation management systems to track shipments and manage logistics.
• Perform data entry tasks to maintain records of shipments and inventory.
• Monitor freight movements and address delays or discrepancies promptly.
• Collaborate with other dispatchers and management team.
• Maintain professional phone etiquette with clients and team members.
• Compile data on incidents and communicate with appropriate personnel.
• Assist in shipping and receiving processes as needed.

Skills

Dispatch experience

Logistics knowledge

Communication skills

Trucking software

TMS knowledge

Keyboarding/PC skills

Tools

Excel

Trucking software

Job description

About Us

CommerceLink Logistics ULC is a division of Canada Cartage dedicated to providing fleet outsourcing services for one of Canada's largest retail chains.

About Us

CommerceLink Logistics ULC is a division of Canada Cartage dedicated to providing fleet outsourcing services for one of Canada's largest retail chains.

At CommerceLink, we take pride in our people-first culture. Our team of skilled drivers, logistics experts, and support staff work together to deliver exceptional service while fostering a workplace that values safety, respect, and career growth. With locations nationwide, we offer diverse opportunities for individuals looking to build a rewarding career in transportation and logistics.

Join us and be part of a company driven by excellence, built on trust, and committed to innovation.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Part-time Dispatcher to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating the transportation and logistics operations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods. This position requires strong communication skills, proficiency in data entry, and familiarity with transportation management systems. If you have experience in shipping and receiving, freight management, or supply chain logistics, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule shipments to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, clients, and other stakeholders to provide updates and resolve issues.
• Plans and schedules drivers to ensure proper staffing across all shifts and loads, ensuring alignment with volumes and service expectations.
• Utilize transportation management systems to track shipments and manage logistics operations.
• Perform data entry tasks accurately to maintain up-to-date records of shipments and inventory.
• Monitor freight movements and address any delays or discrepancies promptly.
• Collaborate with other dispatchers and management team
• Maintain a high level of phone etiquette when interacting with clients and team members.
• Compiles data on incidents and accident, distributes and communicates with appropriate personnel.
• Assist in the shipping and receiving processes as needed.

Skills & Competencies

• Previous dispatch or transportation coordination experience (preferably in trucking/logistics).
• Awareness of Highway traffic act including hours of service, TDG, weight restrictions etc (would be an asset).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in using trucking software for data entry and shipment tracking.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively convey information over the phone, including written (reports) Emails.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism.
• Knowledge of transportation management systems is preferred but not mandatory.
• Intermediate keyboarding skills using a PC and knowledge of email, word processing and Excel spreadsheet experience.

Join our team as a Dispatcher and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional service through effective logistics coordination!

Work Schedule

Saturday, Sunday and Monday

Work Timings

5 AM-1:30 PM

Pay

CA$28.22 per hour

Location

1115 Cardiff Boulevard, Mississauga (100% In-Office role)

Job Types

Part-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation Statement

CommerceLink Logistics ULC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please inform Human Resources, and we will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with applicable legislation.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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