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US FOODS is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

We are looking for a Dispatcher who thrives in a fast-paced transportation environment and enjoys solving problems supporting drivers and helping ensure our customers receive outstanding service.

• Benefits begin Day One
• Medical dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Strong safety culture
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement
• Excellent local leadership
  

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Schedule and hours may vary based on business needs.

Overtime may be required.

As a Dispatcher you will coordinate driver assignments and daily transportation activities to help ensure safe efficient and on-time deliveries.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate driver activities and shuttle assignments to minimize service interruptions overtime downtime and Hours of Service violations.
• Monitor attendance and verify proper use of Omnitracs and other transportation systems.
• Respond to transportation issues and customer service concerns by coordinating solutions and escalating service failures when appropriate.
• Reassign delivery routes as needed to support daily operations.
• Coordinate tractor trailer and backhaul assignments to maximize fleet utilization.
• Verify drivers are properly logged into Proof of Delivery systems before dispatch.
• Perform visual inspections to confirm drivers are in proper uniform and wearing required PPE.
• Notify Transportation Management and Safety personnel of vehicle accidents injuries or other safety-related incidents.
• Communicate with drivers warehouse associates sales and leadership to support daily transportation operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

• Combination of office and warehouse environments.
• Frequent interaction with transportation operations and delivery drivers.
• Occasional exposure to cooler and freezer environments with temperatures as low as -5F.
  

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Minimum one year of transportation dispatch logistics or related experience required.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and telephone communication abilities.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and related transportation software.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to solve transportation and routing issues while working collaboratively with multiple departments.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.

• Previous dispatch experience preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service regulations and driver logs.
• Familiarity with local delivery routes and geographic service area preferred.

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education specific skills function geographic location and other factors as applicable by law.

The expected base rate for this role is between $17.00 and $25.00 per hour.

This role may also receive overtime compensation as applicable.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance pre-tax spending accounts retirement benefits paid time off short-term and long-term disability employee stock purchase plan and life insurance. To review available benefits please visit:

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