Dispatch Supervisor

Brenntag•Lancaster, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for supervising drivers and ensuring the efficient and timely operation of dispatch processes. The Dispatch Supervisor will oversee drivers, manage the fleet's care and services, and handle the dispatching of Brenntag drivers for LTL, Bulk, and Transfers. The position involves coordinating shipping appointments, managing daily driver operations, processing driver paperwork, and communicating with various departments like customer service and materials management. Additionally, the role requires knowledge of payroll systems (Dayforce), inventory/routing systems, and assisting with dispatch office operations, including working the dispatch window and truck scale. The supervisor will also be the point of contact for the emergency line after hours and manage fleet documentation.

Requirements

3 Years of Experience in distribution with a working knowledge of dispatching a fleet of drivers (required)
3 Years of supervisory/management experience (required)
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and bias for action

Nice To Haves

1 – 5 years Chemical industry experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Supervising all Drivers
Responsible for fleet’s care/services
Dispatching of Brenntag drivers, supporting of all areas of our business including LTL, Bulk, and Transfers
Handle all orders assigned to ship on company trucks
Manage the driver’s day to day operations out of various facilities and our bulk terminals
Coordinate shipping appointments and pickups
Coordinate with outside warehouses
Process driver paperwork
Manage receipts & reimbursements
Review and file DOT logs
Work with customer service for daily communication of needs, issues, concerns related to customer order
Work with materials management for daily communication of needs, issues, concerns related to product management
Payroll (In-depth knowledge of Dayforce)
In-depth knowledge of inventory/routing system
Assist with dispatch office operations
Working the dispatch window to direct drivers
Work the truck scale
Point of contact for emergency line after 5 pm
Process paperwork as per procedures
Drive utilization of POD and OAV, assist with implementation of Project 44
Manage fleet documentation including PMs and annual inspections
Reduce common carrier spend by improving asset utilization and efficient order management and routing
Other duties as given