Dispatch Clerk
Merchants Distributors, LLC · Scranton, SC · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Provide administrative and operational support to the Transportation team to ensure timely and accurate delivery execution.
Schedule
- Sunday 5:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 PM - 8:30 AM
- Thursday 9:00 PM - 8:30 AM
- Saturday 4:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Responsibilities
- Assist in dispatching drivers by preparing and distributing load paperwork and trip instructions, including planning holiday scheduling.
- Communicate route assignments, changes, and delivery expectations to drivers.
- Monitor delivery progress and maintain communication with drivers, store locations, and management.
- Update schedules and make routine adjustments based on leadership direction.
- Print, assemble, and organize trip documentation after loads are released.
- Maintain communication with drivers regarding dispatch times, delays, and delivery status.
- Provide updates to drivers on schedule changes and estimated delivery times.
- Answer incoming calls and resolve routine inquiries or escalate as needed.
- Maintain accurate dispatch logs, records, and transportation documentation.
- Enter driver, trip, and routing data into internal systems.
- Monitor deliveries and report delays or service issues to leadership.
- Assist with matching backhauls to routes and communicating stops to drivers.
- Support updates to trips or backhaul changes as directed.
- Coordinate with warehouse teams to support timely load execution.
- Assist with training new employees on dispatch systems and processes, including ongoing support of CAMS, MOBI and Mainframe.
- Provide general administrative support to the Transportation department.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in transportation, dispatch, logistics, or administrative support preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to learn transportation and dispatch systems.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.