Transportation Specialist II - Dispatcher

Standard Logistics; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Logistics is seeking a Transportation Specialist II - Dispatcher to oversee driver assignments in Tampa. The role involves extensive collaboration with planning teams, ensuring DOT compliance, and enhancing service delivery. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills, a high school diploma, and relevant experience in logistics. Employees will enjoy a supportive culture, numerous benefits, and robust professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health insurance

401K plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Resource Groups

Wellness program

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; relevant experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, internship experience a plus.
• Advanced communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch drivers while ensuring compliance.
• Communicate effectively with drivers to meet service goals.
• Monitor fleet performance and improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Business, Accounting, Finance or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Business Intelligence Software (TM1, Tableau)

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

Transportation Specialist II - Dispatcher

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At Standard Logistics, success is not only found at the destination, but along the journey itself. Employee Driven, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, customers, and communities while experiencing the peace of mind that comes with knowing you’ll be taken care of every step of the way. Customer Focused, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. Together, we set the standard.

Best in Class Logistics. Employee Driven. Customer Focused.

Job Summary

The Transportation Service Coordinator is responsible for constructing all driver assignments for a designated region in a manner that ensures cost effective transportation that meets company objectives. This position will collaborate with the Area Planner and Area Supervisor to develop and manage freight assignments that meet the service requirements of the customers as well as consistent engagement with the driving fleet to ensure these assignments are met while maintaining high safety standards. This will entail strong communication and follow up with our established partner as well as new business partners to add value and strengthen our company base. The Transportation Service Coordinator will utilize computer applications to determine shipping requirements, measure fleet performance, manage shipment reliability, manage fleet DOT compliance and coordinate activities related to shipment scheduling through delivery.

Essential Duties

• Ensure that all loads and drivers are assigned, scheduled and dispatched for pickup on the appropriate ship date to meet promised delivery dates and times Provide proper communication to the necessary channels throughout the day to ensure our service goals are met. Compile and organize all BOLs received and ensuring all PODs are entered in the system are up to date
• Assist fleet drivers in ensuring DOT compliance which includes but not limited to: HOS requirements, ensuring drivers have proper paperwork, monitoring any unassigned driving events, and keeping up to date on flagged equipment and safety inspections Provide training on fleet systems and tools when required
• Communicate with drivers to ensure understanding of their job responsibilities, customer expectations, and company expectations while maintaining a driver friendly safety culture by providing awareness and focus on safety through conversations, messages, briefings and quarterly training
• Partner with the Area Supervisor to implement, support, monitor, and achieve metrics and goals Assist in managing the driver pay package and performance incentive program Identify and implement process improvements that increases operating efficiency, improves customer service, drives the right behavior and delivers targeted results
• Provide support and leadership in the absence of Area Supervisor Participate in other duties as assigned by management
  
  

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma
• Two or more years of relevant work experience Required
  
  

Qualifications Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Logistics, Business, Accounting, Finance or Engineering Preferred
  
  

General Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under limited supervision
• Intermediate organization and scheduling skills
• Intermediate analytical skills
• Advanced problem-solving and decision making skills
• Intermediate time management skills
• Advanced customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask
  
  

Technical Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Advance proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Intermediate proficiency in the use of business intelligence software, i.e. TM1, Tableau
• Knowledge of planning/inventory management systems, such as forecasting, process control and inventory reporting
• Knowledge of Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and software, i.e. Carrier Point, Fleet Manager, and Telematics
  
  

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position -
• Move/Traverse - Occasionally
• Stationary Position/Seated -
• Transport/Lifting - Occasionally
• Transport/Carrying -
• Exerting Force/Pushing -
• Exerting Force/Pulling -
• Ascend/Descend -
• Balancing - Occasionally
• Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally
• Position Self/Kneeling - Occasionally
• Position Self/Crouching - Occasionally
• Position Self/Crawling - Occasionally
• Reaching - Occasionally
• Handling -
• Grasping -
• Feeling -
• Communicate/Talking -
• Communicate/Hearing -
• Repetitive Motions -
• Coordination -
  
  

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Salary Range: $44,000-$60,500

Benefits

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.
  
  

We comply with federal, state, and local disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

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