Dispatcher

Cowtown Materials, Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and supportive team at a leading building materials distributor. As a Dispatcher, you will play a crucial role in coordinating the delivery of materials, ensuring customer satisfaction, and optimizing operational efficiency. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development within a company that values its employees and promotes a positive work environment. If you are organized, proactive, and possess strong communication skills, this is the perfect opportunity to launch your career in a rewarding industry.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Holidays & Vacation Days

Professional Growth Opportunities

Development & Training Programs

Wellness Benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the ordering and delivery of materials.
• Supervise stocking crews and conduct performance reviews.
• Schedule and dispatch crews to maximize efficiency.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Basic Math Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree

Job description

Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates an expansive network of distribution centers nationwide.

As part of the GMS family of companies, Lone Star Materials serves customers throughout central and south Texas with locations in Austin, La Feria, Laredo, and San Antonio. Many of our team members have worked at Lone Star Materials for more than 15 years, and some have been with us for 25 years or more. We also have several employees who started their careers in delivery and warehouse positions and later advanced into management. This is a testament to the great culture and work environment that Lone Star Materials provides.

For more information about our family of companies, please visit gms.com or lonestarmaterials.com.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with state and local law.

Position Summary:

The primary function of a dispatcher is to direct and coordinate the ordering and delivery of materials to customers in the day-to-day operations. The Dispatcher adheres to and promotes corporate policies and manages the general use of equipment, trucks, delivery personnel and materials. This employee directs all activities that concern delivery, warehouse and facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the fast, accurate processing of sales orders, setting up job's information, confirming & appropriate reports which support sales order processing


• Processing credit memos on the computer


• Assist customers with will call orders


• Supervises stocking crews, conducts performance reviews and employee orientation, and coordinates driver training


• Schedules and dispatches crews to maximize time efficiency and monitors labor costs on each job


• Computes payroll accurately and on time


• Trains new stockers on how to perform job safely and correctly


• Completes new hire and training paperwork in a timely manner


• Ensures compliance with VCR program


• Responsible for triple count and job completer program


• Responsible for front counter, office/dispatch, restroom and yard/warehouse cleanliness


• Responsible for ensuring that trucks are clean


• Performs job in a safe manner

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma, required


• College degree, preferred


• Minimum 2 years of related work experience


• Strong Microsoft office skills


• Ability to quickly and accurately perform basic math skills


• Ability to quickly read a road/geographical map and communicate directions


• Organization skills demonstrated in job performance


• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions with limited guidance

Core Competencies:

• Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactive


• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment 80% of the time.


• Occasionally, move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.


• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.


• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Required Cognitive Skills:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.


• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.


• Must be able to multitask.


• Must be able to receive and analyze information.


• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.


• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance


• Wellness Benefits


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Employee Stock Purchase Program


• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days


• Professional Growth Opportunities


• Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.