Logistics Dispatcher

Zekelman•Plymouth, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to work for a stable, growing organization that reaches back more than 130 years? Our steel tube and pipe products have helped build landmarks and buildings in North America; Come build your career at Zekelman Industries. Zekelman Industries currently has an opportunity for a Logistics Dispatcher at our Plymouth, MI location. Reporting to the Manager of Logistics, this person will dispatch, and schedule truck loads based on customer delivery expectations for the Plymouth, MI and Birmingham, AL locations.

Requirements

Degree or Diploma from an accredited post-secondary school.
Very detail oriented.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organization skills and multi-tasking capabilities.
Ability to work in a fast paced and highly stressful environment at times.
Ability to work within a team and with minimal supervision.
Ability to travel when required for training purposes.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in Logistics (Dispatching) is preferred.
Previous experience with a Transportation Management System is a bonus.

Responsibilities

Dispatch and schedule truck loads based on customer delivery expectations.
Schedule delivery appointments with customers to accommodate on-time deliveries.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with Zekelman Industries’ carrier base.
Coordinate with shipping department to maximize loading efficiencies.
Proactive communication with sales, shipping and production.
Strive to use the lowest cost carriers whenever possible
Daily scheduling of outbound shipments from the Plymouth, MI and Birmingham, AL locations.
Schedule delivery appointments at customer to accommodate on-time deliveries.
Maintain relationships with Zekelman Industries carrier base; ensure all carriers abide by Zekelman Industries rules and regulations.
Use a combination of the Zekelman Industries TMS+ system, email and phone to ensure all loads are covered to meet customer fill rate requirements.
Research and implement ways to decrease costs whenever possible without hindering customer services.
Communicate with your manager and the sales department on any customer service issue as it relates to carriers.
Coordinate with warehouses\shipping department to increase loading efficiencies.
Cross train with other Logistics Dispatchers within Zekelman Industries to expand knowledge base and provide coverage as necessary.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities.
401(k) plan with a generous company match.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with low-cost, high-quality options.
Tuition assistance program to support continued education and professional development.
Paid vacation and holidays to support work–life balance.
Employee loyalty awards and recognition programs.
Yearly merit-increase
Profit-sharing bonus opportunities
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.
In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.