Dispatch & Logistics Coordinator

Oldcastle APG, Inc.; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, Inc. is seeking a Dispatcher to ensure timely dispatch of private and contract drivers for shipments. The role requires multitasking, strong memory for equipment types and delivery times, and daily interaction with drivers, sales staff, and customers.

Going the extra mile to provide quality customer service is standard. The ideal candidate will coordinate with carriers, plan routes, and maintain records in the transportation management system, while adhering to safety guidelines

Qualifications

• Transportation experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel to other sites as needed.
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong problem solving

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with sales staff to resolve driver or carrier issues during freight transit.
• Communicate customer requirements for shipment to carriers and drivers.
• Maintain accurate and timely updates in Oldcastle Transportation Management (OTM).
• Plan delivery routes and assign drivers for scheduled deliveries.
• Adhere to company safety guidelines.
• Relay work orders and information to drivers via mobile or landline phones.
• Collaborate with independent truck drivers to ensure pickup/delivery times and load compliance.
• Prepare and review loading/unloading documents and daily shipping reports.
• Coordinate deliveries with company and external trucking partners to ensure timely material delivery to customers.
• Verify orders against delivery tickets before shipment.
• Execute delivery instructions according to customer appointment schedules.

Skills

Transportation coordination

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Communication skills

Independent worker

Job description

Oldcastle APG, Inc. is seeking a Dispatcher to ensure timely dispatch of private and contract drivers for shipments. The role requires multitasking, strong memory for equipment types and delivery times, and daily interaction with drivers, sales staff, and customers.

Going the extra mile to provide quality customer service is standard. The ideal candidate will coordinate with carriers, plan routes, and maintain records in the transportation management system, while adhering to safety guidelines