Distribution Center Transportation Dispatch

About the role

The Distribution Center Transportation Dispatch is responsible for routing deliveries and drivers in the most efficient way possible while maintaining delivery metrics. Will also be responsible for vehicle maintenance, setting schedules, managing expedited orders, and acting as the main point of contact between internal customers and the delivery drivers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily route planning, staffing, and load balancing activities
• Ensure all vehicles, drivers, and processes meet both Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements
• Responsible for the complete and accurate loading process of material going out for delivery
• Ensure manifest integrity for all loads
• Schedule deliveries and dispatches drivers based on requirements of the customer as communicated through various media channels
• Keep accurate record of deliveries and ensures manifests are properly closed
• Coordinate and communicates daily on-demand services as needed
• Ensure all assets are maintained consistent with company expectations
• Responsible for building and vehicle maintenance, safety, and security
• Other duties as assigned
• Job Duties Disclaimer:

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in a similar role and/or experience working in a Distribution Center or Warehouse preferred
• High School or GED - Required
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Knowledge of Distribution Center/Warehouse principles, practices, and procedures
• Knowledge of Transportation Systems and industry a plus
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills are required
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
• Organization and time management skills, detail oriented, able to prioritize in a multi-tasking environment and ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Excellent customer service skills
• Physical Demands:
• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly - at least 51%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Constantly - at least 51%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly - at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Constantly - at least 51%
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Frequently - 21% to 50%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly - at least 51%
• Weight and Force Demands:
• Up to 10 pounds - Constantly - at least 51%
• Up to 25 pounds - Constantly - at least 51%
• Up to 50 pounds - Constantly - at least 51%
• Working Environment:
• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Constantly - at least 51%
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Occasionally - up to 20%
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - Constantly - at least 51%
• Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
• Our Benefits Include:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Commuter Transit Benefits
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities - We like to promote from within
• Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our succ

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We are looking for a Distribution Center Transportation Dispatch to join our Mayer team in Norcross, GA!

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