Dispatcher (Hybrid - Fort Wayne, IN)

Sirva; Fort Wayne (IN); Presencial; USD 18 000 - 23 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Workplace flexibility

Benefits package

Vacation time

Collaborative culture

Resumo da oferta

Sirva Inc. is seeking a Dispatcher in Fort Wayne to serve as the primary contact for drivers, van line agents, and internal teams, ensuring smooth household goods moves.

You will manage inbound calls and emails, provide timely, accurate information, and maintain shipment data across dispatch platforms. This on-site role emphasizes communication, data integrity, and cross-functional collaboration with scheduling, safety, and customer service.

Qualificações

• Familiarity with dispatch operations, household goods transportations, road services support, or logistics environments.
• Ability to convey information clearly over phone and email, manage high-volume inquiries, and relay critical details quickly.
• Troubleshoot issues and support drivers during disruptions such as delays or equipment needs.
• Assess situations quickly, issue authorizations, and know when to elevate.
• Understanding of equipment repairs, rental coordination, roadside support, and labor management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and transportation management systems.
• Strong communication and relationship skills across internal and external partners.
• Excellent prioritization and independent decision-making abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Answer inbound driver calls promptly to provide support, resolve issues, and maintain operations.
• Respond to driver and agent emails with accurate, timely shipment information.
• Communicate shipment and trip orders to drivers and verify receipt of critical instructions.
• Issue authorizations for weight challenges, storage, shuttle services, and other exceptions.

Conhecimentos

Dispatch operations familiarity

Communication skills

Troubleshooting issues

Decision-making / prioritization

Equipment repairs coordination

Microsoft Office

Transportation Management Systems (TMS

Relationship building

Critical information relay

Formação académica

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in business/logistics (preferred)

Equivalent operational experience

Ferramentas

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Roles and Responsibilities

The Dispatcher serves as the primary point of contact for drivers, van line agents, and internal stakeholders, ensuring smooth execution of household goods moves. The role is responsible for managing inbound phone calls and emails in support of van line policies, and procedures, delivering timely support and accurate information. By facilitating real-time communication, maintaining precise shipment data across all operational platforms, and supporting issue resolution, this position directly contributes to operational efficiency, on-time performance, and overall customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• 50% Communication and Network Support
  • Answer inbound driver calls promptly to provide support, resolve issues, and maintain continuity of operations.
  • Respond to driver and agent emails with accurate, timely information related to shipments, schedules, equipment needs, and operational requirements.
  • Communicate shipment and trip orders to drivers and verify receipt of all critical instructions.
  • Issue authorizations for weight challenges, storage, shuttle services, and other operational exceptions.
  • Facilitate repairs, equipment rentals, and labor requests to support drivers and ensure minimal service disruption.
  • Distribute trip delay notifications to all relevant stakeholders and initiate necessary corrective actions.
• 30% Data Integrity & System Accuracy
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date shipment and trip information within dispatch and transportation management systems.
  • Review and resolve discrepancies identified in daily integrity reports to ensure compliance with operational standards.
• 15% Network Relationships & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Build strong working relationships with the van line agents, drivers, and operational partners to secure resources and improve service execution.
  • Partner with internal teams such as scheduling, safety, and customer service to support service outcomes.
  • Communicate changes, risks, and updates clearly and proactively to all stakeholders.
• 5% Continuous Improvement & Special Assignments
  • Identify opportunities to enhance communication workflows, data accuracy, and operational efficiency.
  • Contribute operational insight to cross-functional projects or task groups.

Qualifications and preferred skills (Qualifications, Skills, Education or Certification Requirements, etc.)

Education/Certification Requirements

• High School Diplomna Required
• Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, supply chain management, a related field preferred, OR an equivalent operational experience.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Familiarity with dispatch operations, household goods transportations, road services support, or logistics environments.
• Ability to clearly convey information over phone and email, manage high-volume inbound inquiries, and relay critical details accurately in fast-moving situations.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot issues, provide practical solutions, and support drivers experiencing disruptions such as delays, equipment needs, or service failures.
• Ability to assess situations quickly, issue appropriate authorizations, and determine when to elevate issues.
• Helpful understanding of equipment repairs, rental coordination, roadside support, and labor resource management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and transportation management systems.
• Effective communication and relationship building skill across internal and external partners.
• Strong prioritization, problem solving, and independent decision-making skills.

WHAT SIRVA OFFERS

• Competitive salary and incentive plans
• Workplace flexibility for a balanced work/life approach
• Comprehensive benefits packages and wellness program
• Generous company-paid vacation days and holiday time
• Challenging, collaborative, diverse corporate culture

At Sirva, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. In accordance with applicable state and federal laws, we provide the following salary information for this position:

Position Title: Dispatcher

Hourly Range: $13-17/hr USD

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Employer HSA Match, Life & Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, ID Theft Protection Plan and more. Benefits are based on employment status and may not be available for temporary or non full-time employees

Salary ranges may vary based on location, market conditions, and other factors such as experience and qualifications. The final compensation will be determined during the hiring process based on these considerations.

For positions available outside the United States, salaries will take into account local currency and market conditions, which may differ from the USD salary range. If you have any questions about salary or benefits, we encourage you to ask during the hiring process.

Artificial Intelligence Usage: Artificial intelligence tools may be used to assist with administrative tasks such as notetaking and advanced candidate searches during the recruitment process. All screening, assessment, and hiring decisions are made by human recruiters and hiring managers.

Vacancy Status: This posting reflects an existing vacancy within our organization.