Dispatch Supervisor

Brenntag; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

401(k)

Healthcare plan options

Job summary

Brenntag is seeking a dispatch-focused professional to supervise drivers and oversee the daily logistics workflow. You will ensure efficient dispatch operations and timely execution of shipments across multiple facilities.

The role requires experience in distribution, strong communication, and proficiency with Dayforce and Microsoft Office tools. This position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and cost-effective freight management.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years chemical industry experience (preferred).
• 3+ years distribution with fleet dispatching experience (required).
• 3+ years supervisory/management experience (required).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Dispatches trucks and supervises drivers; ensure on-time execution.
• Coordinate shipping appointments and pickups.
• Manage driver day-to-day operations across facilities and bulk terminals.
• Process driver paperwork and review DOT logs.
• Reduce carrier spend by improving asset utilization and routing.
• Serve as point of contact after 5 pm for emergencies.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory/management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Tools

Dayforce Payroll System

Microsoft Office

Project44

Job description

Summary

Dispatches trucks and supervises drivers. Ensures the dispatch operations process runs efficiently and in a timely manner.

Your Role & Responsibilities

Dispatches trucks and supervises drivers. Ensures the dispatch operations process runs efficiently and in a timely manner.

• Responsible for Supervising all Drivers
• Responsible for fleet’s care/services
• Dispatching of Brenntag drivers, supporting of all areas of our business including LTL, Bulk, and Transfers
• Handle all orders assigned to ship on company trucks
• Manage the driver’s day to day operations out of various facilities and our bulk terminals
• Coordinate shipping appointments and pickups
• Coordinate with outside warehouses
• Process driver paperwork
• Manage receipts & reimbursements
• Review and file DOT logs
• Work with customer service
• Daily Communication of needs, issues, concerns related to customer order
• Work with materials management
• Coordinate inbound shipments with Material Management
• Daily communication of needs, issues, concerns related to product management
• Payroll (In-depth knowledge of Dayforce)
• In-depth knowledge of inventory/routing system
• Assist with dispatch office operations
• Working the dispatch window to direct drivers
• Work the truck scale
• Point of contact for emergency line after 5 pm
• Process paperwork as per procedures
• Drive utilization of POD and OAV, assist with implementation of Project 44
• Manage fleet documentation including PMs and annual inspections
• Reduce common carrier spend by improving asset utilization and efficient order management and routing
• Other duties as given

Education and Experience

• 1 – 5 years Chemical industry experience (preferred)
• 3 Years of Experience in distribution with a working knowledge of dispatching a fleet of drivers (required)
• 3 Years of supervisory/management experience (required)
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and bias for action

Benefits

• We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

Interested?

We look forward receiving your application.

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