Domestic Transportation Dispatcher

Expeditors•Hayward, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our services include the consolidation and forwarding of air or ocean freight, customs brokerage, vendor consolidation, cargo insurance, time-definite transportation, order and risk management, warehousing, distribution and customized logistics solutions. Expeditors is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. At Expeditors, we recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within—more than 27 percent of our staff of 17,000 employees has been at Expeditors 10 years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs—they’re chances to grow, thrive, and do what you love.

Requirements

Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly.
Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis.
Must be able to use proper lifting techniques.
The ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important.
Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements.
Must be able to shift priorities easily.
Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.
Must have excellent work habits.
Must be familiar with warehouse systems.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of White glove moves a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensure all vendor safety practices are adhered to, instruct others of proper safety practices and advise supervisor of abuses
Work closely with the shift lead to ensure a smooth operation for the day and for the week. All inconsistencies to the plan will be discussed with the supervisor.
Adhere to the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.
Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and performing the task at hand with outstanding integrity and pride.
Interact with our approved service providers in arranging local and Domestic truck shipments, meeting customer service standards.
Contribute to maintain good relationships with suppliers
Meet compliance at all times to regulations internal and external in accordance with government regulations.
Understand department process flow, and looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity
Meet KPI standards in accordance with the Company’s procedures
Network communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)
Ability to multitask, problem solve and respond rapidly
Escalation of problems to Management when necessary
Optimize all pick up and deliveries leveraging dedicated assets and local vendor resources to provide lowest cost model for service requested.
In-market knowledge of traffic patterns, industrial parks in the San Francisco Bay Area
Ability to cost out local moves - need to understand costs and be able to provide pricing