DISPATCHER

Sliters Lumber & Building Supply; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Dispatcher with a passion for logistics and customer satisfaction. In this dynamic role, you will coordinate truck schedules, analyze transportation data, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining compliance with regulations. Your strong organizational and communication skills will be vital in optimizing fleet operations and enhancing collaboration with the sales team. This exciting opportunity offers a performance-based bonus, health insurance, and a supportive work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to take on new challenges, this position is for you.

Benefits

401k with match

Paid time off

Health insurance

Performance-based bonus

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and ability to analyze data for optimization.
• Proficient in transportation management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule trucks and drivers for timely deliveries.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends and inefficiencies.

Skills

Transportation management principles

Data entry

Data analysis

Shipping and receiving processes

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Epicor Eagle

DDMS

Job description

STOP BY OUR BOOTH AT THE HOME AND GARDEN SHOWCASE AT THE FAIRGROUNDS IN KALISPELL MARCH 1 & MARCH 2

This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to analyze data effectively to optimize load-building activities, routes, and schedules.

Duties

• Coordinate and schedule trucks and drivers ensuring timely deliveries and pickups.
• Communicate load-building and delivery capacities regularly to sales team and management.
• Monitor fleet operations using GPS technology to track vehicle locations and performance.
• Manage delivery and receiving processes, including documentation and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of all dispatch activities, including data entry into relevant systems such as Epicor Eagle and DDMS.
• Analyze transportation data and workflow to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Communicate effectively with drivers regarding schedules, routes, and any changes that may arise.
• Communicate with sales any challenges or issues with schedule, job site conditions, delivery instructions or other elements that may be relevant to sales team members.
• Assist in transportation planning to optimize fleet utilization and reduce operational costs.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of transportation management principles and practices.
• Proficient in data entry with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to analyze data effectively to make informed decisions.
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving processes, including documentation requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with drivers, sales, management and other team members effectively.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation for the role is based on experience and will include performance-based bonus on top of your base compensation, 401k with match, paid time off, health insurance and many more benefits.

If you are passionate about logistics and delighting customers at every point of contact and have the skills necessary to excel as a Dispatcher, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!