Dispatcher

Maersk Line Limited; Florida; On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. is seeking a Dispatcher in Medley, FL to schedule drivers for freight deliveries and pickups, while coordinating with customers, vendors, and management. The role requires routing planning, attention to traffic conditions, and accurate dispatch documentation.

Proficiency with dispatch software and strong English communication are essential. The position offers standard benefits and a formal full-time schedule, with opportunities to optimize routes and

Qualifications

• Experience scheduling drivers and coordinating deliveries.
• Ability to plan routes and communicate with drivers and customers.
• Proficient with dispatch software and record-keeping.
• Strong knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling drivers to make freight deliveries or collect shipments and packages.
• Communicating with customers and vendors about freight details, pickup and drop-off times, and special requests.
• Planning predetermined routes for drivers.
• Identifying traffic problems and creating corrective actions to meet deadlines.
• Preparing dispatch documents for management and pulling required documents.
• Maintaining records of dispatch calls, driver routes, route changes, and delivery/pick-up times.
• Monitoring truck repairs and maintenance schedules.
• Logging vendor complaints or concerns.
• Answering calls from vendors, customers, and management and assisting as needed.
• Other duties as requested.

Skills

Time management

Traffic laws

Routing adjustments

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Software proficiency

English proficiency

Job description

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us! If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you! Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

Summary

The Dispatcher is directly in charge of scheduling drivers to make deliveries and pick up packages from customers and vendors. Also works as a liaison between customers, drivers, and management.

Essential Functions

• Scheduling drivers to make freight deliveries or collect shipments and packages
• Communicating with customers and vendors about freight details, pickup and drop-off times, and special requests
• Planning predetermined routes for drivers
• Identifying traffic problems and issues and creating appropriate corrective action plans to achieve desirable results on time.
• Preparing general dispatch documents for management, as well as pulling any documents that employees, customers, or vendors will need
• Maintain a record of all dispatch calls, driver routes, route changes, as well as delivery and pick-up times
• Monitoring truck repairs and maintenance schedules
• Logging vendor complaints or concerns
• Answering phone calls from vendors, customers, and management and helping them as needed.
• Other duties as requested

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Strong aptitude for time management
• Excellent understanding of local and state traffic laws and regulations
• Ability to make quick changes in routing
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Deep understanding of computer software and technologies
• Able to read, write, and speak English

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

Pay Range

$26.00 - $27.00*

*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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United States of America, Florida, Medley, 33166