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Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Brampton, ON L6Y 0V6

Salary: $28.25 per hour for 35 hours per week

Job Responsibilities:

Supervise, plan, assign and review the work of dispatching crews; scheduling transportation crews and routes; and other related activities
Ensure compliance with policies, procedures for safety and security, standards and regulations in force and participate in their improvement
Ensure smooth operation of computer systems, equipment and machinery and arrange for maintenance and repair work
Create shipping and dispatch records; keep track of dispatched calls, driver routes, delivery and pick up schedules.
Identify problems that may impede trips and come up with solutions
Manage billing and invoicing; responsible for ensuring that drivers have all of the proper documents and permits need to complete trips.
Directing and organizing logistics activities that may include obtaining shipping rates or negotiating with service providers
Prepares delivery schedules to ensure all required delivery times are agreed and adhered to.
Prepares route plans that suit the fleet and allocates drivers to vehicles and enforces compliance.
Build loads based on maximum profitability and freight to optimize load, schedule, and commodities within company’s guidelines.
Troubleshoot during and after hours of drivers, who experience mechanical break downs or delays, make financial decisions to keep freight safe from spoilage and pilferage

Eligibility Requirements:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate is minimum education requirement.
Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in the transportation dispatch or related industry is typically required
Possess an understanding and working knowledge of dispatching software: fleet manager & trans plus and MS Office suite to include Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Customer service skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Knowledge of GPS systems and geography
Multitasking skills
Ability to resolve conflict and solve problems
Knowledge of basic computer programs and aptitude to learn new systems
Excellent communication skills