Dispatcher - Folcroft, PA.

Damco Spain SL; Folcroft (Delaware County); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

401k + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC is seeking a Dispatch/Driver Scheduler to coordinate driver assignments, plan routes, and manage freight logistics. The role requires strong communication with customers and vendors and the ability to adapt to changing schedules while ensuring timely deliveries.

The position emphasizes operational excellence, attention to detail, and proficiency with dispatch software.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local and state traffic regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask effectively.
• Solid understanding of computer software and technology.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Directly in charge of scheduling drivers for deliveries and pickups.
• Schedule drivers for freight delivery or collection as needed.
• Communicate with customers and vendors about freight details and timelines.
• Plan predetermined routes for drivers.
• Identify traffic issues and create corrective actions to meet deadlines.
• Prepare dispatch documents for management and other stakeholders.
• Maintain records of dispatch calls, driver routes, and times.
• Monitor truck maintenance schedules.
• Log vendor complaints or concerns.
• Answer calls from vendors, customers and management.

Skills

Traffic laws knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Computer software understanding

English proficiency

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Directly in charge of scheduling drivers to make deliveries and pick up packages from customers and vendors.
• 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.

Shift Schedule

6:00 A M – 4:00 PM (9 to 10 hours a day)

We Pay OT and Benefits

We pay OT and benefits

Skills & Competencies

• 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
• Vision
• 401k + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

Pay Range

$26.00 per hour

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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