PT Dispatch Supervisor

UPS; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS in Indianapolis is seeking a Dispatch Operations Lead to oversee small package dispatch planning, load and tractor assignments, and yard operations to ensure timely, safe, and cost-efficient transportation.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to lift 70 lbs/32 kg, flexible shifts, and experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment; bachelor's degree preferred, management experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or international equivalent preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs/32 kgs.
• Availability to work flexible shift hours, up to 5 days per week.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews driver hours to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conducts hazardous materials audits.
• Reviews safety reports.
• Verifies appropriate driver uniforms and utilization of safe work methods.
• Determines employee training needs to produce continuous development plans.
• Provides feedback and support.
• Conducts performance evaluations and resolves individual and group performance issues.

Skills

Driver hours compliance

Hazardous materials knowledge

Safety reporting

Staff training

Performance management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or International equivalent - Preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Summary

This position assists and reviews UPS Small Package dispatch activity to ensure timely and proficient service. He/She assists with dispatch planning and is responsible for ensuring that service, safety, and cost goals are met. This position coordinates with others to ensure dispatch plans are executed efficiently along with adequate staffing and equipment levels for transportation needs. He/She oversees load and tractor planning and assignments, monitors load movements, and tracks the condition of equipment. This position reviews, analyzes, and tracks various dispatch and service reports and schedules. He/She creates efficient dispatch plans, verifies service levels, addresses performance issues, and incorporates modifications such as new customers, new locations, and additional loads into dispatch plans. This position oversees yard operations by coordinating drivers with load volume, ensuring that trailers are in the correct locations and are loaded or empty as planned, and confirming accurate trailer inventory.

Responsibilities

• Reviews driver hours to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conducts hazardous materials audits.
• Reviews safety reports.
• Verifies appropriate driver uniforms and utilization of safe work methods.
• Determines employee training needs to produce continuous development plans.
• Provides feedback and support.
• Conducts performance evaluations and resolves individual and group performance issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or International equivalent - Preferred
• Ability to lift 70 lbs./32 kgs.
• Availability to work flexible shift hours, up to 5 days per week
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Management experience - Preferred

Employee Type

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.