Dispatcher
About the Role
GardenCore is seeking a Dispatcher to manage the dispatch function, coordinating with the sales department, shipping, receiving, customers, delivery truck services, and logistics operations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare invoices, delivery tickets, and related shipping documents
- Plan effective delivery routes and assign drivers for scheduled deliveries
- Work closely with customer service to understand product availability and logistic issues for specific projects
- Take orders from customers and ensure timely delivery
- Inspect all shipping department equipment to ensure they are in working order
- Check and review all orders against delivery tickets before shipping
- Coordinate deliveries with company truck drivers and external trucking companies
- Work with independent truck drivers to ensure pick-up and delivery times, load weight compliance, and secure loads
- Prepare and review loading/unloading, daily shipping reports, and delivery logs
- Submit daily invoicing to A/P once deliveries are dispatched
- Perform other duties related to the nature of the job as needed
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 1 year of related experience
- Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Excellent mathematical and communication skills
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally
- Ability to endure intermittent climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, pushing, and pulling
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods
Schedule
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday
Overtime available
Pay
$18 - $20 per hour
Benefits
- 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
About GardenCore
GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. The company has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers, delivering consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. With over 1,400 employees and 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States, GardenCore is committed to an inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.