Transportation Dispatcher: Orchestrate Shipments & Drivers

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center; Oregon (WI); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center in Clackamas, OR is seeking a Transportation Dispatcher to coordinate and dispatch over-the-road drivers while upholding our Customer 1st Strategy. You will work with drivers, operations, vendors and buyers to ensure timely shipments and safe transport.

The role requires multitasking in a fast-paced environment, strong communication, precise attention to detail, and composure under pressure. Comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Understand and display the Customer 1st Strategy at all times.
• Adapt to technological programs and requirements pertaining to the job.
• Understand the processing and execution of orders, setting up equipment, drivers and backhauls.
• Trace, track, and locate shipments inbound or outbound.
• Initiate schedules and correspondences with drivers, operations, vendors and buyers.
• Learn and expand the role as needed.

Skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Task prioritization

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Composure under pressure

Diplomacy

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kroger Great Lakes Distribution Center in Clackamas, OR is seeking a Transportation Dispatcher to coordinate and dispatch over-the-road drivers while upholding our Customer 1st Strategy. You will work with drivers, operations, vendors and buyers to ensure timely shipments and safe transport.

The role requires multitasking in a fast-paced environment, strong communication, precise attention to detail, and composure under pressure. Comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.