Coordinator Dispatch

Sobeys • Winnipeg, MB

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Dispatcher is responsible for assigning and dispatching transportation activities, including retail store deliveries, back-haul pick-ups, shuttle work, and other driver tasks. They assist in ensuring driver compliance with Provincial DOT regulations. They also assist with required records, reports and control systems. The dispatcher is the key contact person with the drivers and the retail customers.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong communication skills (both oral and written)
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while ensuring accuracy
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• High School Diploma
• Experience in Transportation Operations and experience in operating commercial vehicles.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of and insure compliance to Company Policies and all aspects related to operation of Commercial Vehicles including National Safety Code, Hours of Service, Weights and Measures and Long Combination Vehicle Programs across the prairies.
• A minimum of one year experience in a similar role
• Familiarity with the Western Canada road network
• Knowledge of warehouse and transportation

Responsibilities

• Ensure the planned routes are assigned and delivered as scheduled.
• Email the Sobeys Transportation and Reporting Times document to the stores
• Maintain and update any data bases and issue daily reports on relevant KPIs.
• Communicate changes in the delivery schedule or routes (rush orders, add-ons, transfers etc.) to RSC Operations.
• Ensure CBA language is followed when assigning tasks or scheduling drivers.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment as per company requirements
• Other duties as required
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the RSC’s health and safety program by promoting a safe work culture, encourage ongoing safe work practices
• Ensures all checklists are complete, current and accurate.
• Act as an engagement ambassador with the drivers and retail customers.
• Problem solve delivery challenges (miss-delivered pallets, rush orders, etc.)

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package, tailored to meet your needs, including health and dental coverage, as well as life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Access to Virtual Health Care Platform and Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Retirement and Savings Plan that provides you with the opportunity to build and add value to your savings.
• A 10% in-store discount at our participating banners and access to a wide range of other discount programs, making your purchases more affordable.
• Learning and Development Resources to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED