Dispatcher Bulk Fertilizer & Warehouse - Shafter, Ca.,

Wilbur-Ellis•Shafter, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

A Dispatcher III coordinates product shipments and transfers between branches and distribution centers as well as assisting in all aspects of customer service including product selection, order processing and inventory management. Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

Requirements

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written procedures and reports in English
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from other employees, customers, regulatory agencies, suppliers, etc.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios to practical applications
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to sit at a desk or computer terminal to perform writing, and keying/typing information
High school graduate or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Fluent in English, both verbal and written
Solid communication skills on the telephone, two-way radio, and in person
Good computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office
Solid mathematical skills
Customer service orientation
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments

Responsibilities

Take calls, process orders, and prepare shipments for pickup or delivery
Coordinate transfers of products between branches and the main site
Contact trucking companies to coordinate shipments and instruct drivers on the requirements of the loads
Operate truck scale and complete weight tags, bills of lading, and hazardous materials shipping papers
Answer telephone and computer inquiries about product orders
Communicate directions and instructions, both verbally and in writing, to customers, vendors, other employees and the public
Conduct physical inventory counts of products stored in warehouses and bulk storage areas
Calculate total quantities of products by weight and/or volumetric measurements
Perform receptionist duties as needed by responding to calls and visitors in a professional manner
Process incoming and outgoing mail, order and maintain office supplies, and maintain computer and other hard and soft filing systems