Assistant Dispatcher - Fast-Paced Auto Parts Scheduling

The Parts Authority; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Pharmacy Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Profit Sharing/401k Plan

Commuter Reimbursement

Health Savings Account

Health Reimbursement Account

Paid Holidays, Sick and Vacation

Employee Discounts on Merchandise

Job summary

Parts Authority is seeking an Assistant Dispatcher to join a dynamic team. The role focuses on scheduling driver routes, ensuring on-time deliveries, and supporting the dispatcher in daily operations.

You will interact with drivers, store staff, and customers to keep orders moving smoothly and accurately. The position offers hourly pay, opportunities for growth within a growing parts distribution network, and exposure to a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 1-2 years experience working as an asisistant dispatcher or dispatcher.
• Extensive knowledge of area roads.
• Experience in working with multiple drivers
• Prior experience working in an auto parts store is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use the dispatch program to track orders from other stores and set up/ distribute runs to drivers
• Supports lead Dispatcher in ensuring that driver counts money collected and put delivery times on bills
• Work with Parts Pullers to help deliveries go out correctly
• Work with drivers to and verifies they know the correct route
• Work with customers over the phone to update them on the status of their orders
• Properly assist drivers who have difficulty with routes or any other aspect of the job
• Work well with customers
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain and promote workplace safety
• Securing and transferring cash or other assets.

Skills

Dispatcher experience

Knowledge of area roads

Job description

Parts Authority is seeking an Assistant Dispatcher to join a dynamic team. The role focuses on scheduling driver routes, ensuring on-time deliveries, and supporting the dispatcher in daily operations.

You will interact with drivers, store staff, and customers to keep orders moving smoothly and accurately. The position offers hourly pay, opportunities for growth within a growing parts distribution network, and exposure to a fast-paced warehouse environment.