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Dispatcher - Reg 1Budd Van Lines • Somerset, NJ, US
Dispatcher - Reg 1

Dispatcher - Reg 1

Budd Van Lines • Somerset, NJ, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Central Dispatcher

Department : Planning

Reports To : Sr. Director, Planning / Dispatch Supervisor

Role Summary

Organize and execute an effective and profitable operation including efficient scheduling of labor.

Role Accountabilities and Responsibilities

  • Maintain Communication with Drivers throughout the day; 24 Hour Availability On Call
  • Assist with Confirming Pack / Load / Delivery Dates with Coordination & Planning
  • Review Assigned Shipments with Driver’s on a Daily Basis
  • Order Packing Material with Service Centers or Vendor thru a Purchase Order Program
  • Confirm that CBC (Certified Background Check) Labor is Obtained and Documented by Assistant
  • Enter Metric Scores in Secure Budd Net
  • Submit Comdata Requests for Funds for Company Drivers; Labor, Motels, Fuel & Other Expenses
  • Complete Job Order Tracking Sheet & Estimate for O / O’s for ICA Review and Cash Advance Loads
  • Assist Drivers in Problem Solving; Coordinate with Inter-Departmental Staff (Coordinators & Planning)
  • Update Move Line Notes accordingly
  • Schedule Parking Permits and Approvals thru Coordination
  • Reserve Shuttle, One Way Truck & Tractor Rentals (Penske, Budget & Ryder)
  • Updated Coordination & Planning for Additional Authorizations(Packing & Weight Overages)
  • Interface with General Managers & Warehouse Staff
  • Schedule Shipments into and out of storage with Warehouse Managers & Agents
  • Assist Fleet to insure Driver’s Logs, Driver’s License & Driver’s Medical Cards are current
  • Manage Driver Time Off Requests
  • Update Docuware with Driver Provided Pictures, Tare, Gross Weights and Shuttle Documentation
  • Other tasks as assigned by the Senior Director of Planning

Qualifications and Experience

  • Experience : 2-4 years’ experience in moving industry dispatch
  • Education : Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • Computer Skills : Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Access, Word), Database Management.
  • Other : Excellent communication skills, self-motivated and extremely detail

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