Position Overview
As a Dispatcher with the C&S Family of Companies you serve as the primary point of contact for a group of professional drivers (primarily Class A CDL holders). This role is responsible for dispatching loads and ensuring the drivers are set up for success- communicating special instructions for each assignment assigning the correct equipment and providing coordination as needed. The dispatcher is tasked with executing the days workload and informing the correct stakeholders (internal and external) of any deviations from plan. Additionally this role plays a vital role in creating a culture of safety and in prompt issue resolution- removing obstacles and informing leadership of issues raised / created by drivers or customers.
Job Description
Pay Rate $23/hr Depending on Experience
Shift - To be determined
- Review routing and scheduling plan for the shift to ensure all assignments are covered. Dispatch routes and relay information instruction and/or messages to drivers. Ensure every driver has what they need to be successful for the loads are uncovered work with the team to develop a coverage plan and communicate accordingly.
- Utilize appropriate channels to clearly communicate information pertaining to daily transportation operations. Issues may include but are not limited to: delivery time / plan adjustments missing product hours of service issues safety incidents customer portal when applicable
- Engage with the driver workforce. Help site leadership create a best in class work environment. Promptly escalate issues to management and offer solutions on how to resolve.
- Responsible for updating the dispatch system to ensure accuracy of information. When a driver returns complete a debrief process to see how the drivers day went review paperwork and make system updates as needed.
- Answer phones in a professional manner- troubleshoot and escalate when necessary.
- Complete daily safety observations ensuring transportation associates are utilizing preferred work practices.
- Ensure drivers are compliant with DOT regulations regarding Hours of Service.
- Travel Required:No
Environment
- Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)
Skills
- Specialized Knowledge : CDL General computing ability Knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations Bi-Lingual English/Spanish (Preferred)
- Special Skills : Ability to multi-task Interpersonal skills Communication (written and oral) Telephone etiquette.
- Physical abilities: :
- Other: :
We offer:
Paid training provided
Weekly Pay on Wednesday
PTO and Holiday Pay offered
Career Progression Opportunities
Opportunity for tuition reimbursement
Affordable Health and Welfare Benefits Package
Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs
Employee Assistance Program
Years Of Experience
- 2-5 : Experience in a high paced and dynamic environment Dispatching experience is preferred.
Qualifications
Shift
1st Shift (United States of America)
Company
Lathrop Logistics LLC
About Our Company
C&S Wholesale Grocers LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores C&S now services customers of all sizes supplying more than 7500 independent supermarkets chain stores military bases and institutions with over 100000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen supporting causes that positively impact our communities.
Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers 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 or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.
Required Experience:
Senior IC