Dispatch Supervisor
About The Position
We are immediately hiring a Dispatch Supervisor in Oregon, OH, for our Supply Chain Solutions division. Apply here today to speak with a Recruiter about the position and perks of joining our Ryder Ever Better Team. When Fortune 500 businesses and new startups need supply chain solutions, they look to our industry-leading logistics experts. At Ryder, there is more to being a supply chain professional than working on some of the nation’s biggest brands. We make sure you are also getting the diverse experience, advancement opportunities, all from an industry-leading Fortune 500 company. Summary Responsible for the oversight for all driver owner/operator activities, including pick-up and delivery, port interaction, governmental regulations, customer service, reporting, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Two (2) years or more related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook) advanced required
Nice To Haves
- Experience in transportation and driver supervision preferred
- Experience with routing, scheduling, DOT compliance is preferred
- Strong knowledge of trucking processes, technology, transportation, and supply chain management.
- Excellent communication and customer interaction skills
- Ability to assess problem, determine root cause, and work to resolution with a team.
- Self-starter: ability to work independently
- Functional experience in warehousing, transportation, and supply chain management
- Flexible work schedule some evening and weekend coverage required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook) advanced required
Responsibilities
- Perform active role in dispatching and tracking of port and store delivery and LTL drivers.
- Works directly with warehouse operations managers to facilitate an efficient and profitable flow of product.
- Overall responsibility for the efficient operation of the dispatch, customer service, brokerage and maintenance divisions of the transportation department.
- Efficient, timely and effective utilization and maintenance of assigned equipment.
- Maintain expected service outlined in customer service level agreements.
- Minimize driver turnover.
- Maximize revenue per truck, minimize deadhead and minimize turndowns.
- Minimize excess transportation and maintenance costs.
- Maintain proficiency in trends and technology applicable to respective transportation activities.
- Ensure maximum communication and coordination between the dispatch, drivers, brokers, customer service and maintenance functions and other company departments.
- Ensure that the needs of the customers are known, respond to them, and report problems to the Transportation Manager.
- Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA and OSHA regulations.
- Follow and monitor port activity.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits start at 30 Days
- 401 (K) Savings Plan with a company match
- Discounted employee stock purchase options
- Quality employee discounts that actually save you money on tools, cars, appliances, travel and more
- All major holidays paid and Paid time off within your first year
- Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
