Account Specialist / Dispatcher

Job Description

The Account Specialist / Dispatcher is responsible for managing customer accounts, coordinating daily dispatch and routing activities, and ensuring accurate and timely delivery of services. This role serves as a key liaison between customers, drivers, warehouse personnel, and internal operations teams to support customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and service reliability. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position requires strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to make real-time decisions while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.

Customer Account Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer accounts.
• Process and manage customer orders, ensuring accuracy and timely entry into company systems.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries via phone, email, and other communication channels.
• Maintain accurate customer records, account details, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with billing inquiries, invoice verification, and discrepancy resolution.
• Support customer retention through consistent, professional, and responsive service.

Dispatch & Routing Coordination

• Plan, create, and optimize daily delivery routes to maximize efficiency and minimize operational costs.
• Dispatch drivers with accurate route information, delivery instructions, and special handling requirements.
• Monitor route progress and driver performance using dispatch and GPS tracking systems.
• Communicate with drivers to provide updates, resolve delivery issues, and ensure adherence to schedules.
• Adjust routes and schedules in response to traffic conditions, customer changes, cancellations, or operational needs.
• Maintain dispatch records, route sheets, delivery confirmations, and operational documentation.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, company safety standards, and operational procedures.

Operational Support

• Track and report key performance indicators including on-time delivery, order accuracy, response times, route efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve processes and enhance service quality.

Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to make quick and effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a customer-focused mindset.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to remain flexible and responsive during after-hours or emergency operational situations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, dispatch software, and GPS tracking systems.

Required Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in customer service, dispatching, logistics, transportation coordination, or account management preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced operations or distribution environment preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasionally required to lift or move office materials up to 15 pounds.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced office and operations environment.
• Weekend work and after-hours on-call responsibilities required on a rotating basis.
• May require occasional overtime or schedule flexibility based on operational demands.