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We are a specialized trucking company located out of Warren MI looking to add a dispatcher/load planner to our team. Hours will be Monday- Friday 2pm-10pm, take turn with weekend and after hours on-call rotation with other dispatchers
A preferred candidate would have experience in trucking, LTL dispatch, & logistics. An awareness of Federal regulations & Hours of Service. Also, possess strong computer skills, and communication skills, both verbal & written. The person chosen must have a willingness to learn, critical thinking skills, & the ability to multi task. Also, this job will be working closely with other dispatchers, drivers, customers & other co-workers.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Process customer orders, plan & optimize shipments into loads, tender freight to third-party carriers
Update Transportation Management System with current shipment information.
Provide detailed instruction to various customers & associates from other shifts by phone and e-mail
Provide visibility to management and the customer by tracking, process over-sight, auditing, researching and troubleshooting operational issues or functions.
Complete daily logs and trackers
Handle rate negotiations with carriers on a spot rate basis
Identify cost savings opportunities for the customer
Coordinates with carriers to ensure on-time delivery by tracking trucks for pick-up, estimating times of arrival and delivery, and recovering loads when necessary
Provides load exception investigation and reporting
Weighs alternative financial decisions before acting
Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management preferred
English and Spanish
Two (2) plus years of experience in Transportation/Supply Chain preferred
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize time sensitive situations in a fast-paced environment
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Advanced desktop computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Outlook required
Strong customer focus
Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with customers as well as Penske associates
Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
Strong organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to learn and regularly operate various computer systems across different platforms
Pay is based on experience, please apply to obtain more information.
Contact : Mike Office: 586-826-9545 Ext:406 Cell: 313-673-4624
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