Dynamic City Dispatcher: Optimize Routes & Lead Drivers

Saia Inc.; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 61,700 - 76,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Great benefits

Bonus eligible

Job summary

Saia Inc. in Elk Grove, CA is seeking a Dispatch Supervisor to oversee freight movement, dispatch, supervision and scheduling of pickups and deliveries.

The role requires at least 2 years of transportation or dispatch experience, a Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and AS400. Salary range $61,700 to $76,200 per year, bonus eligible, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or a related field is required.
• 2+ years of transportation and/or dispatch experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AS400 is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees efficient freight movement through dispatching, supervising, and scheduling pickups and deliveries.
• Optimizes driver and equipment allocation to meet customer demand.
• Supervises truck loading, unloading, and material movement activities.
• Manages driver assignments and shipping information in data management systems.
• Provides delivery status updates and ensures customer satisfaction.
• Trains new hires in job responsibilities and conducts road tests.
• Develops professional rapport with assigned drivers.

Skills

Dispatch experience

Supervision

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

AS400

Job description

Saia Inc. in Elk Grove, CA is seeking a Dispatch Supervisor to oversee freight movement, dispatch, supervision and scheduling of pickups and deliveries.

The role requires at least 2 years of transportation or dispatch experience, a Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and AS400. Salary range $61,700 to $76,200 per year, bonus eligible, with comprehensive benefits.