What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher position at Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.?
Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successful and opportunities to grow?
Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.
Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area. Apply today to become part of the Universal team!
Universal Logistics Holdings is a multi-billion dollar logistics provider. We have been in the industry for over 90 years and are proud of our awards and affiliations with industry leaders. Universal celebrates our employees who have company pride and the drive to succeed. Behind our services, technology, and systems stands a talented team that truly delivers results and drives everything we do. Come join the team that made it possible for us to be named Great Supply Chain Partner 2020, Top 50 Logistics Company 2020, Top 100 For-Hire Carrier 2020, and General Motors Carrier of the Year for 2021! Learn more at: www.universallogistics.com
Why join Universal? We offer...
- Competitive pay with performance reviews
- Major medical, vision, and dental benefits, FSA, HSA, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, and more!
- Paid holidays and paid vacation
- Career development and upward progression within a growing company
- In-depth, hands-on training
Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Problem solving and analytical skills, as well as a strong attention to detail
- Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
- Logistics knowledge/experience preferred but not necessary
- A competitive and career oriented mindset
- Desire to surround customer with excellence in service
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Coordinating contractor and driver activities
- Managing inbound and outbound freight flow
- Planning and implementing delivery routes for drivers
- Effective communication with terminal operations personnel to build strong connectivity between terminal and corporate operations
- Management of internal operating procedures
- Processing multiple calls simultaneously from internal as well as external customers
- Ownership of all communication regarding changes that impact internal and external customers
- Various reports on production, quality, timeliness, staffing, maintenance, and discrepancies
- Other tasks delegated by the customer and/or Corporate Dispatch team
Universal Intermodal offers a competitive base salary and benefits package including medical, dental, 401K, and vacation in addition to offering upward mobility within the company. If you are an energetic, self-motivated individual with the drive to become part of a growing organization, please reply with an attachment of your resume and salary requirements for consideration.
Job Type: Full-time