Ready Mix Dispatcher - Shreveport/Bossier, LA

Texas Materials Group, Inc; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Job summary

Builders Supply, A CRH company, in Louisiana is hiring a Dispatcher to coordinate the phone sales and distribution of concrete products for multiple plants. You will staff personnel based on customer orders and maintain day-to-day communication with customers and drivers.

Ideal candidates will be customer-service minded, able to work under pressure, and committed to safety. The role requires knowledge of dispatch software, GPS tracking, and the ability to learn new systems while supporting a

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Previous dispatch or transportation experience preferred.
• Customer service oriented with ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate phone sales and distribution of concrete products for multiple plants.
• Staff personnel based on customer orders and maintain daily communication with customers and drivers.
• Ensure safe work environment and follow company policies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

GPS tracking software

Dispatch coordination

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch scheduling software

MS Office

Job description

Builders Supply, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of ready mixed concrete, reinforcing steel, and building materials in Louisiana. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Builders Supply, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Louisiana.

Position Overview

The dispatcher processes and coordinates the phone sales and distribution of concrete products for multiple plants. Responsible for staffing personnel based on customer orders. Requires day-to-day communication with other employees and customers.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Dispatch must be aware of special jobsite conditions that require specific trucks, spacing, slump requirements, etc.
• Dispatcher needs to be familiar with the delivery area and must be able to assist lost drivers in finding jobsites, determine travel times to jobs.
• Dispatcher must be customer service minded and, be able to keep a level head under stressful conditions.
• Responsible for a safe work environment for themselves and co-workers.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment . Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.
• Follow directions of Foreperson as to daily tasks and expectations.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Reliable attendance is essential to performance in this role.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• Minimum high school/general education degree (GED) required.
• Previous related experience in dispatch for concrete or transportation industry preferred.

Work Requirements

• Communicate effectively with customers as well as truck drivers to dispatch orders in a timely and efficient manner.
• Must provide excellent customer service by phone; scheduling and organizing large numbers of people and equipment efficiently and quickly.
• Handle multiple tasks concurrently and perform under pressure.
• Perform opening and closing procedures.
• Must be able to act quickly and creatively to solve problems; work independently and make decisions.
• Utilize GPS tracking software and enter orders into dispatch scheduling software; ability to quickly learn different software programs.
• Perform preventative maintenance to plant equipment.
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements, policies, and procedures as outlined in the employee policy manual.
• Report to work at the designated start time.
• Work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors/managers with other duties as required.
• Available to work overtime, nights and weekends when necessary. Reliable attendance is essential in performance of the role.
• Travel and work away from home when necessary.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of concrete products, concrete mix designs and suitability for their intended use; weights and measures laws and regulations; trucks and transportation requirements and regulations; local area and distances for pricing and delivery.
• Must possess excellent verbal skills.
• Read and understand maps.
• Proficient computer knowledge.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Extensive radio and phone conversation.
• Bend: flexion of the upper trunk forward while standing and knees extended or knees flexed when sitting.
• Reach: extend the hands and arms in any direction.

Work Environment

• Noise: sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent, to cause marked distraction.
• Indoors

What CRH Offers You

• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

For more information visit: www.crh.com

Builders Supply, A CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.