
Dispatch Coordinator
- Bloomfield, CT
- Permanent
- Full-time
Position is typically dedicated to a Dispatcher who exhibits exemplary dispatch skills within an account or location, with the intent to take on more responsibility. The incumbent ensures that productivity and operational goals are met in order to deliver customer satisfaction. Individual will be working in a dynamic environment that focuses on delivering continuous measurable improvement to the customer.Essential Functions
- Serves as a Lead Dispatchers to help guide/answer any questions throughout the course of the shift
- Addresses any customer issues and/or provides resolution to problems that are within the scope of work, otherwise engages management for help
- Backfills for dispatchers when needed
- Responsible for ensuring any and all necessary forms used for the day-to-day operations are filled out completely and accurately
- Provides training for all new hires and/or any additional training needed for current staff
- Monitors and advises management if functional, productivity goals and objectives are not being met
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- OtherExcellent oral and written communication and follow up skills
- OtherAbility to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
- OtherAbility to work independently and as member of a team
- OtherFlexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
- OtherCapable of multi-tasking, highly organized with strong time management skills
- OtherDetail oriented with excellent follow-up practices
- Knowledge in transportation environment, (i.e.: Shipping, receiving and inventory management, distribution or dispatch) advanced preferred
- Knowledge of warehouse and or software applications, routing and dispatch software systems advanced preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office intermediate preferred
- H.S. diploma/GED required High School Diploma or equivalent
- Two (2) years or more Experience with DOT, and driver routing with minimum of 2 years experience in Logistics and/or Transportation preferred
- Knowledge in transportation environment, (i.e.: Shipping, receiving and inventory management, distribution or dispatch) advanced preferred
- Knowledge of warehouse and or software applications, routing and dispatch software systems advanced preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office intermediate preferred
NoneIn addition to a comprehensive benefit package, a 401(K) Savings Plan with a company match, discounted stock purchase options and performance-based annual cost of living increases, we are proud to offer:
- Comprehensive training and the ability to continue your professional development
- Regional and local Ryder resources to help guide and support as we grow this offering.
- The stability and peace-of-mind that comes with working for a World-Class, Fortune 500 organization that has been in business for over 85 years with over 36,000 employees worldwide.
- 12 weeks of paid maternity leave.
- Additional day of Paid Time Off for Military Veterans