Lead Transportation Dispatcher

Kal Tire; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

RRSP program

Discounts on tires

Career development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Kal Tire currently seeks a Dispatcher, Transportation based in Kamloops, BC, with flexibility for Edmonton or other BC locations. You will supervise trucking operations, plan driver dispatch, assign loads, and ensure accurate processing and on-time delivery across multiple sites.

You will lead a team, use Microsoft D365 for outbound routes, maintain safety standards, and drive continuous improvement in transportation efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' dispatch experience.
• Strong background in transportation; preference for class 1 driving or supervision of class 1 drivers.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day direction and control of trucking operations for timely shipments.
• Plan drivers' dispatch and route loads using D365.
• Ensure outbound loads are planned daily; coordinate with warehouse.
• Supervise fleet movements between yard, docks and storage.
• Monitor weights/capacities and adjust with warehouse as needed.
• Implement performance metrics for transportation processes.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and on-time delivery standards.
• Collaborate with other locations to maximize equipment utilization.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Planning

Multitasking

Decision making

Customer service

Analytical skills

Computer software

Transportation laws

Education

Grade 12+

Tools

Microsoft D365

Telematics software

Job description

Kal Tire currently seeks a Dispatcher, Transportation based in Kamloops, BC, with flexibility for Edmonton or other BC locations. You will supervise trucking operations, plan driver dispatch, assign loads, and ensure accurate processing and on-time delivery across multiple sites.

You will lead a team, use Microsoft D365 for outbound routes, maintain safety standards, and drive continuous improvement in transportation efficiency.