What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher position at Allied Alaska / AAA Moving & Storage, Inc.?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Dispatcher to join our logistics team In this vital role, you will coordinate the movement of freight and shipments, ensuring timely delivery and optimal utilization of transportation resources. Your proactive communication skills and attention to detail will keep our supply chain running smoothly, supporting our commitment to excellence in transportation management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of logistics operations, utilizing advanced systems and analysis skills to streamline dispatching processes and enhance overall efficiency.
Duties
- Coordinate and schedule pickups and deliveries using transportation management systems such as Oracle Transportation Management and SyteLine.
- Communicate effectively with drivers, carriers, warehouse staff, and clients via multi-line phone systems, ensuring clear understanding of dispatch instructions.
- Monitor GPS data to track vehicle locations, optimize routes, and improve transportation planning.
- Enter data accurately into freight management platforms to maintain real-time records of shipments.
- Manage shipping & receiving schedules, including freight documentation, shipment tracking, and coordination
- Utilize analysis skills to identify bottlenecks or delays in the supply chain and implement corrective actions promptly.
- Maintain professional phone etiquette while handling inquiries related to dispatching, freight status, or shipment issues.
- Support fleet management activities by coordinating vehicle maintenance schedules and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assist with shipping & receiving operations, including data entry for inbound/outbound shipments and inventory updates.
Experience
- Prefer experience in dispatching within a logistics or transportation environment.
- prefer an understanding of supply chain processes, transportation planning, and freight logistics.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated analysis skills for troubleshooting delays or inefficiencies in freight movement.
- Proficiency in data entry tools.
- Knowledge of GPS technology, GIS mapping tools, and fleet management software is highly desirable.
- Experience working with 3PL providers or in shipping & receiving roles is a plus.
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Join us as a Dispatcher and become an essential part of our logistics team Your expertise will help us deliver exceptional service while advancing your career in transportation management through innovative technology and collaborative teamwork.
Pay: $ $26.44 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26