Dispatcher, Transportation

Dispatcher

Job Summary The Dispatcher will be responsible for scheduling and expediting on-time deliveries of finished products to customers' jobsites. The Dispatcher will also assist production with backlog reports and communicating customer needs to production managers.

Responsibilities

• Prepares weekly schedule for shipment volume and proactively communicates plan externally to customers and internally with production teams
• Adjusts schedule, as needed, to accommodate customer needs
• Proactively communicate with customer their job status and product delivery schedule
• Resolves production schedule conflicts prior to shipment, ensuring on-time, error-free shipment and invoicing
• Prepare shipment documents, certifications, and corresponding backup information for each shipment
• Review and research new and existing transportation vendors; programs to reduce, replace and improve upon transportation costs
• Handle large volumes of phone calls in a timely manner while making accurate and precise decisions regarding prioritizing shipment pickups, deliveries, maintenance, etc.
• Ensures safety practices are being enforced including load securement
• Actively participates in training and development
• Manages all outside haulers, coordinates with loading crew for next day deliveries
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Requirements

• At least 2 years of dispatch experience, preferred
• Previous precast concrete experience, a plus
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred
• Understanding of safety and transportation requirements
• Demonstrated written / oral communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office/Excel, Word, Outlook programs

Compensation

• The hourly pay rate is $25/hr
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

EEO Statement Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability. CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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