Asst Dispatcher

Gypsum Management and Supply; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gator Gypsum, Inc. in Tampa seeks an Assistant Dispatcher to help direct and coordinate material orders and deliveries for daily operations. You will support the Dispatcher/Operations Manager and ensure timely, accurate distribution within warehouse and delivery schedules.

The role requires at least 2 years of dispatching experience, strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability to busy environments. It emphasizes safety, accuracy, and reliable interaction with customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• GED is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of dispatching experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to work in a team and take initiative.
• Proficiency with standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate ordering and delivery of materials to customers.
• Maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations.
• Schedule and assign employees to fulfill warehouse and delivery needs.
• Ensure service standards and safety compliance in operations.
• Collaborate with Safety and Risk teams to reduce losses.

Skills

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Leadership Abilities

Technical Proficiency

Adaptability

Initiative

Education

GED required

Some college preferred

Job description

Position Purpose:

The primary function of an assistant dispatcher is to work in conjunction with the Dispatcher/Operations Manager to direct and coordinate the ordering and delivery of materials to customers in the day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
• Comply with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements and enforce adherence to requirements.
• Complete warehouse and delivery requirements by scheduling and assigning employees and following up on work results.
• Coordinate with personnel to ensure that service to the customer meets acceptable standards and generates positive feedback.
• Ensure compliance with the Safety and Loss Control Program.
• Cooperate with the Safety Director and GMS Risk Management representatives in the investigation and analysis of potential hazards to enforce methods and reduce losses of claims.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 60% of the time.
• Will frequently move about inside the office and warehouse.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly working in office and warehouse environments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• GED required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• some college preferred.

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of dispatching experience.

Competencies:

• Effective Communication: Ability to express ideas, thoughts, and information clearly, concisely, and respectfully, both verbally and in writing.
• Organizational Skills: Aptitude for managing tasks, time, and resources efficiently to meet objectives, with an emphasis on detail-orientation and ability to multitask.
• Problem Solving: Applies critical thinking to understand issues, evaluate options, and develop practical solutions in daily tasks and branch operations.
• Team Collaboration: Proven ability to work productively in a team setting, showing respect for diverse perspectives and styles and willingness to contribute to group goals.
• Leadership Abilities: Experience in demonstrating leadership in academic or professional settings, setting examples for others and taking responsibility for outcomes.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with modern office software and technologies, demonstrating the ability to utilize these tools to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing work environments, showing willingness to learn new tasks.
• Initiative: Demonstrate a proactive mindset‚Äîseeking out ways to help, taking ownership of tasks, and showing eagerness to learn without waiting for direction.

Work Location:

Job Location:

Gator Gypsum, Inc. - Tampa

3904 E. Adamo Drive Tampa, FL 33605

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