Dispatcher / Customer Service

Oldcastle APG; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Disability coverage

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, seeks a transportation dispatcher to ensure private and contract drivers are dispatched to pick up shipments promptly. The role requires multitasking and precise information recall, with daily contact with drivers, sales staff, and customers.

You will coordinate deliveries, update OTM, plan routes, and ensure timely deliveries while adhering to safety guidelines. Oldcastle APG offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Transportation experience preferred.
• Able to travel to other sites as needed.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch private and contract drivers to pick up shipments.
• Coordinate with carriers, drivers, customers to meet shipment requirements.
• Maintain timely updates in OTM (Oldcastle Transportation Management).
• Plan efficient delivery routes and assign drivers for scheduled deliveries.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and ensure proper paperwork and load security.

Skills

Transportation knowledge

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Communication skills

Problem solving

Travel flexibility

Tools

OTM

Job description

Job ID: 530350

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for ensuring that both private and contract drivers are dispatched to pick up shipments in a timely manner. It is important that the individual has the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and accurately recall information. This individual will have contact with all drivers, sales staff, as well as customers on a daily basis. The ability to make dispatch changes, remember the type of equipment used, driver destinations and the length of time it will take to complete the deliveries is a necessity. "Going the extra mile" to achieve quality customer service is standard practice at the company.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with sales staff to problem solve driver or carrier issues during freight transit
• Communicate to carriers and drivers customer requirements for shipment
• Maintain accurate and timely updates in OTM (Oldcastle Transportation Management)
• Plan effective delivery routes and assign drivers for scheduled deliveries
• Adhere to company safety guidelines
• Relay work orders, messages, and information to or from drivers, mobile or landline phones
• Work closely with independent truck drivers to ensure pick-up and delivery times, load weight compliance and secure loads
• Prepare and review loading/unloading, daily shipping reports and delivery logs
• Coordinate deliveries with company truck drivers and external trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of materials to customers
• Check and review all orders assigned before they are shipped against delivery tickets
• Responsible to execute delivery instructions based upon appointment schedule required by customer
• Ensure deliveries and pickups are made on time
• Check contract drivers manifest as to accuracy and make sure correct paperwork is attached when they return to the dock

Job Requirements

• Transportation experience/knowledge is preferred
• Ability to travel to other sites as needed
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong problem solving

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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