Dispatcher

UFP Industries

Berlin (NJ)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

UFP Industries is looking for a Dispatcher to assist in scheduling and coordinating trucks and drivers based on customer requests while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and company policies. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in the field, a high school diploma, and proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook. This position offers an annual salary range of $50,000 - $100,000, benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) match, and potential bonuses.

Qualifications

Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in dispatch or related field; 5 years preferred.
Working knowledge of lumber math, grades, and species.
Preferred understanding of company protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule all outbound loads.
Negotiate rates and contracts for transportation services.
Assist drivers with assignments and logistics.

Skills

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Experience with scheduling

Proficiency in Excel

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

The Dispatcher is responsible for assisting in the scheduling and coordination of trucks and drivers according to customer requests and in compliance with DOT regulations and company rules. Notifies drivers of assignments, reviews and verifies accuracy of drivers' logs and database.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

Coordinates and schedules all outbound loads and coordinates with sales and production.
Coordinates proper loading and shipping order with SR personnel.
Sets up loads to be shipped via common carrier with outside freight companies.
Determines mode of transportation and selects appropriate carrier.
Negotiates rates and contracts for transportation services.
Coordinates routing of orders, and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions consistent with customer receiving times.
Ensures all internal and external paperwork meets all Universal as well as DOT regulations and procedures.
Establishes delivery appointments and loading times for each carrier.
Answers questions and resolves supplier and customer problems regarding transportation issues.
Documents any shortage on orders, investigates reasons for occurrence and informs carrier of shortage to get compensation or to resolve issue with customer with assistance of sales.
Audits and approves freight bills for payment.
Files claim for any loss or damage on inventory and notifies plant management.
Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and/or expediting orders.
Prepares various reports and correspondence as required.
Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

High school diploma
Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in the field or related area; 5 years preferred.
Working knowledge of standard DOT concepts, regulations, practices and procedures.
Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Basic knowledge on lumber math, lumber grades and species.
Preferred understanding of company policies, practices and procedures.

Hourly/Salary Pay Range

$50,000 - $100,000 annually dependent on experience. Pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living.

Bonus/Incentive Pay

For hourly positions with incentive pay: incentives may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits