Dispatcher

APM Terminals; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with Company Match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC is seeking a Dispatcher to schedule drivers, coordinate deliveries and pickups, and serve as the liaison between customers, drivers and management.

The role requires strong time management, knowledge of traffic regulations, and proficiency with dispatch software. You will work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on on-time performance and safe, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage schedules and meet deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of local traffic regulations and routing considerations.
• Effective communication with customers, vendors and drivers.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions and replan routes.
• Experience using dispatch software and computer systems.
• Fluent reading/writing/speaking in English.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch drivers for deliveries and pickups; coordinate with customers and vendors.
• Maintain dispatch records, driver routes and times; monitor performance.
• Prepare dispatch documents for management and respond to inquiries.
• Monitor truck maintenance and log issues or complaints.
• Support management with route optimization and tight deadlines.

Skills

Time management

Traffic laws

Routing

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Computer software

English proficiency

Job description

About Us

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 Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC 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. We are looking for a dispatcher who will be Directly in charge of scheduling drivers to make deliveries and pick up packages from customers and vendors. Also work as a liaison between customers, drivers, and management.

Essential Functions

• Scheduling drivers to make freight delivery 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: $20.00 to $20.50 per hour

Shift: Monday- Friday 10:00am to 7:00pm 11:00am to 8:00pm

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A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world.