Warehouse Logistics Dispatcher

Job Description

Job Description

Grocer Distributor seeking Logistics Dispatchers

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Shift Time: 2am Shift & 2pm Shift

Must be open to work Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays.

Must have experience with Excel

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Ensure the safe, timely and professional passage of shipments from shipper to consignee by assigning contracted carriers chosen by Logistics Manager

· Responsible in following Carrier Routing and Load Tendering Instructions for every truckload shipment (FTL) processed. May handle less then truck load (LTL) shipments but will be handled as “needed basis” through direction of Logistics Manager.

· Broker Dispatch “he/she” will have direct contact with carrier dispatch, drivers this may include customer care to answer shipment inquiries and communicate shipment status. All issues are first reported to Logistics Management prior to disclosing info.

· Confirms and/or processes orders and bills of lading with corresponding information and rates provided by Logistics Manager.

· In the absence of Manager Broker Dispatch will use best judgment to comply last minute request for shipments. Will manage as “need basis”

· Will scan, file, and log daily all paperwork. Will maintain logs and records by day, week, month and year for brokerage purposes

· Will e-mail and fax all paperwork to command center/ back office to properly pay carriers on time and invoice shipper of loads.

· Provides timely communication to customers and personnel on all aspects of shipment status

· Acts as point of contact for carriers dispatch departments (provides customer service and load details including schedule carrier pick-ups)

· Documentation of daily shipments with a log of time of arrival, time of load and time of shipping.

· Create, update and close out all entries in the transportation management system.

· TruckMate, PC miler, and any Transportation Management System is preferred

· Must be able to follow written instruction, write clearly, and communicate well at all level. Knowledge with Forwarding, Brokerage, and a 3PL environment preferred

· Troubleshoot issues that may arise during shipment while communicating with Mgr.

· Performs other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent, required.

· Some college preferred.

· Above average math comprehension.

· Attention to detail

· Brokerage, Freight Forwarder, 3PL Training preferred

· Must have 2 years of experience related to Traffic Management.

· 1 year prior experience brokering freight, with a current customer base, desired.

· Must have a working knowledge of DOT regulations pertaining to brokering, shipping and receiving freight.

· Must have complete knowledge of transportation documentation

Epic Personnel Partners, LLC is a privately held woman-owned staffing firm. We value our relationships as well as your time and wish to make the most of all our interactions. We spend time listening to your needs to ensure we fully understand what you are looking for, the challenges you face, and the goals you seek to accomplish by working with us. Our goal is to add value to by sourcing, interviewing, and placing the right person in the right position. We accomplish this by utilizing cutting-edge technology, which enables us to reach out to a larger pool of professionals to identify the best fit.

We do not just focus on the academic background and on experience of a candidate, but also on the personality type and the candidate's habits and interests. Our approach allows clients to see and assess the applicants even before they meet the potential candidate.

We have a proven track record of success, providing staffing and recruitment services to clients for more than two decades.

Visit us at epicpp.com to discover more about our organization.

Epic Personnel Partners, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Company Description

Epic Personnel Partners, LLC is a privately held woman-owned staffing firm. We value our relationships as well as your time and wish to make the most of all our interactions. We spend time listening to your needs to ensure we fully understand what you are looking for, the challenges you face, and the goals you seek to accomplish by working with us. Our goal is to add value to by sourcing, interviewing, and placing the right person in the right position. We accomplish this by utilizing cutting-edge technology, which enables us to reach out to a larger pool of professionals to identify the best fit.\r\n\r\nWe do not just focus on the academic background and on experience of a candidate, but also on the personality type and the candidate's habits and interests. Our approach allows clients to see and assess the applicants even before they meet the potential candidate.\r\n\r\nWe have a proven track record of success, providing staffing and recruitment services to clients for more than two decades.\r\n\r\nVisit us at epicpp.com to discover more about our organization.\r\n\r\nEpic Personnel Partners, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.