Dispatcher

Lhoist Group; Texas; Híbrido; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation & sick time

401(k) with employer match

Supplemental retirement contribution

Educational assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Lhoist North America in Wisconsin is seeking a Dispatcher to manage daily dispatching and planning for the private fleet and third‑party carriers. You will ensure safety, DOT compliance, and on-time deliveries while coordinating with drivers and the Fleet Manager.

This role requires 3–5 years of dispatching and customer service experience, proficiency with SAP, e-logs, GPS tracking, and strong communication skills. Regular hours are Monday–Friday, with on-call evenings and occasional weekends.

Formación

• 3–5 years of dispatching and customer service experience.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with SAP, e-logs and GPS tracking is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Safety and Compliance: Ensures fleet operates within DOT and company guidelines.
• Load Planning and Scheduling: Dispatching for private fleet and third-party carriers.
• Customer Service: Interacts with customers and carriers, resolves issues proactively.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

DOT regulations

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Planning

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

SAP

GPS tracking

E-logs

Descripción del empleo

At Lhoist North America, our core values of Respect, Courage, and Integrity are more than words. We respect people, encourage courageous innovation, and uphold integrity in everything we do. If these principles resonate with you, you may find your next great opportunity with us. We believe our people make the difference. That’s why we invest in talent by offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our work environment prioritizes safety, fosters collaboration across teams, and embraces inclusion. Here, you’ll be challenged to grow, and you’ll be supported throughout your career journey. Join us and help shape the future of Lhoist North America.

Position Summary

The Dispatcher is responsible for the daily dispatching and planning for the LNA private fleet and third-party carriers.

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Safety and Compliance: Ensures that the company fleet operates within all Department of Transportation (DOT) and company guidelines. Present a commitment to quality, service and safety, while always upholding Lhoist core values.
• Load Planning and Scheduling: Performs dispatching activities, including daily load planning and scheduling for the private fleet and third-party carriers. Works with the Fleet Manager regarding driver availability, drivers’ hours of service, and equipment availability. Data entry for customer order creation and intracompany orders. Works with the supply chain & logistics manager on sourcing and product distribution.
• Customer Service: Interacts with internal and external customers, along with third party carriers. Proactively settles issues before they impact the customer by using logical and creative problem solving. Confirms orders for the following day by calling and/or emailing customers. Involved in total quality process and continuous improvement of customer confidence by knowing the customer’s demands for sizing, quality, and quantity in relationship to inventory. Must show a customer centric mentality, with a spirit of service approach on a daily basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Attributes

• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, OSHA requirements, and fleet equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Current computer skills in Microsoft applications, SAP, and search engine online programs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Behavioral competencies include tolerance for stress, practical learning, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, planning, and organizing.
• Extremely dependable; the time sensitive nature of this position requires excellent attendance and complete customer focus.
• Ability to work Monday – Friday 7am – 4pm.
• Able to be on call after hours (occasional evenings and 1 -2 weekends per month).

Physical Demands

• Will be working most of the times in an office environment.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing, typing, and sitting.
• Ability to consistently lift over 15 pounds as needed.

Required Education

High School Diploma, GED Equivalent.

Required Experience

3-5 years of dispatching and customer service experience.

Preferred Experience

SAP experience, experience with e-logs & GPS tracking.

Benefits

• Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with paid vacation and sick time.
• We also offer an attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match as well as a Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service to help you plan confidently for the future.
• We recognize that growth doesn’t stop at the workplace. That’s why we provide educational assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development, empowering our employees to reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lhoist North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, respect, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment strengthens our teams and drives innovation. That’s why we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and strive to ensure every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. At Lhoist North America, inclusion isn’t just a policy, it’s a core part of who we are.

Accommodations

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About Lhoist

The Lhoist Group is a family-owned business and one of the world’s leading lime, dolime, and mineral solutions producers. Our people are at the heart of our operations. The company’s global success comes from our teams’ continuous efforts to innovate and seek out new opportunities, at every level of the business. Curious to learn more about us? Visit lhoist.com