Dispatcher I

Job Details Job Location: 96 Abbeville LA - Abbeville, LA 70510 Position Type: Dispatch Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: 8hr Job Category: IC1 Shift: Monday to Friday 8-5 with rotating nights and weekend on call Position Summary This position is responsible for executing a daily plan for movement of all freight within an assigned area. Essential Functions Assess customer needs and timing of deliveries Manage daily delivery schedule for drivers Provide frontline customer service for existing accounts Answer all incoming phone calls promptly and courteously Monitor e-mail for incoming orders, inventory updates, and communication between team members Solicit freight from customers Create loads in dispatch system Divide dispatch responsibilities with other team members On-call duties as needed Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Excellent conflict resolution and skills Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Job description is subject to change. All employees of the Company are expected to: Promote positive work habits including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers. Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties. Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to customers. #J-18808-Ljbffr