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, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM, Saturday from 5:00 AM until 3:00 PM (until close). OFF Days are Thursday and Sunday.

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees