Dispatcher - Dedicated Trucking

Miller Transportation Group • Edison, NJ

1d • $27 - $29

About The Position

Miller Transportation Group is a mid-size, rapidly growing leader in the transportation industry that has been family-owned since 1912. The company's several business units operate as follows: Miller Truck Leasing - Provides full-service leasing, finance leasing, truck rental, and truck maintenance programs. Miller Truck Leasing is the East Coast's largest privately held truck leasing company. Miller Dedicated Services - Supports customers in outsourcing their transportation needs by providing vehicles, drivers, fuel, insurance, and overall industry expertise. Miller Brokerage Services - Provides on-demand capacity solutions through our network of reliable carriers. Miller Dealerships - Provides car and light truck solutions across the Ford, Lincoln, and Subaru brands. Miller Dedicated Services is enthusiastically adding to their growing team of Transportation Dispatchers in Edison, NJ . This is an outstanding opportunity to join an established team and company who has been operating as a family owned business since 1912. With continued growth anticipated for 2024 we are looking for the right person who brings Dispatching experience though also shows up with a team oriented attitude and a strong focus on customer service.

Requirements

• Ability to build positive relationships with Drivers and Customers
• Composure in all interactions and a team oriented attitude
• Reasoning, negotiating, and instructing skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• A coachable attitude and approach
• High level of focus and importance on customer service skills
• 2+ years of Dispatching and/or Transportation Planning
• High School degree or equivalent
• Ability to work: Monday to Friday 7am-4pm. some Saturdays

Nice To Haves

• College Degree
• A Commercial Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily dispatch schedule for drivers and equipment
• Utilize dynamic routing program to efficiently route outbound product
• Build and update inbound and outbound orders in dispatch program
• Respond promptly to driver inquiries regarding, but not limited to, delays, traffic, directions, etc.
• Monitor drivers’ hours to prevent DOT violations
• Adjust delivery and backhaul assignments to accommodate unforeseen adjustments to routes
• Follow attendance policy, show up for work on time, and ready to work assigned shift
• Perform other duties as required and assigned
• Effectively use radio, telephone, or computer to transmit assignments

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $27-$29 Per Hour
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental including HSA and FSA options
• Company-paid life insurance
• Advancement Opportunities
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees