Dispatcher - Elizabeth, NJ.

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; 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 is hiring a Dispatcher for our Elizabeth, New Jersey location. You will coordinate driver schedules, communicate with customers and vendors, and plan efficient routes to ensure timely freight delivery and pickup.

This role requires strong time management, knowledge of traffic regulations, and excellent communication with diverse stakeholders. We offer direct hire with full benefits and a supportive team culture focused on reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in dispatching or coordinating drivers is required.
• Strong understanding of local traffic regulations.
• Ability to adjust routes quickly in response to conditions.
• Excellent communication with customers, drivers, and management.
• Proficient computer and office software skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule drivers for freight delivery and pickups.
• Communicate freight details, times, and special requests with stakeholders.
• Plan predetermined routes for efficiency.
• Identify traffic issues and implement corrective actions to meet deadlines.
• Prepare dispatch documents for management and provide needed records.
• Maintain logs of calls, routes, and delivery times.
• Monitor truck maintenance and schedule checks.
• Log vendor complaints and escalate as needed.
• Answer calls and assist customers, vendors, and management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Traffic laws knowledge

Routing adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Computer software

English proficiency

Job description

Job DescriptionAs 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!

Job DescriptionAs 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.

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.

• We are seeking a Dispatcher in our Elizabeth location*******
• Direct Hire**Full Benefits**

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

$22.-23/hr.

• 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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