Lead Dispatcher: Drive Ops & ERP Rollout in Chicago

LaSalle Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

LaSalle Network seeks a Lead Dispatcher in Chicago, IL, to run day-to-day delivery operations and serve as the operational hub reporting to the CEO. The role manages a union driver team, coordinates a mixed fleet, and drives ERP/dispatch system implementation. Base compensation is $85,000 with benefits.

The candidate will lead driver meetings, maintain logs, and ensure accurate invoicing while coordinating with mechanics for repairs. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Qualifications

• At least five years of dispatch experience.
• Managerial mindset with experience leading drivers, including union workforce.
• Experience with ERP systems and dispatch software, and ability to learn new tools.
• Strong recordkeeping and attention to detail.
• Experience in building materials, construction supply, or related deliveries is a plus.
• DOT familiarity or driving background is a plus.
• Must live close to the Chicago office.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and manage a driver team day to day.
• Lead drivers with meetings, coaching, and documentation.
• Coordinate a mixed fleet (flatbed, dump, concrete).
• Collaborate with in-house mechanics for road repairs.
• Maintain delivery logs and ensure correct invoicing.
• Communicate delivery status and timing to customers.
• Support rollout of ERP and dispatch system including geofencing and e-signature.

Skills

Dispatcher experience

Team leadership

ERP software

Dispatch software

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP software

Dispatch software

Job description

LaSalle Network seeks a Lead Dispatcher in Chicago, IL, to run day-to-day delivery operations and serve as the operational hub reporting to the CEO. The role manages a union driver team, coordinates a mixed fleet, and drives ERP/dispatch system implementation. Base compensation is $85,000 with benefits.

The candidate will lead driver meetings, maintain logs, and ensure accurate invoicing while coordinating with mechanics for repairs. This is a direct-hire opportunity.