Dispatcher - Sales

About the role

The Dispatcher - Sales is responsible for dispatching products for delivery while ensuring that all orders are assigned to the proper vehicle and driver on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Communicates verbally and electronically with appropriate leadership in each Sales Center to ensure all sales orders are received, processed, and dispatched to each warehouse correctly
• Utilize Logistics Execution Optimization (LEO) planning software to dispatch product sold for the appropriate day
• Ensure that orders are sequenced correctly for delivery when dispatched
• Understand and perform the “Hot Shot” process and generation of loads and invoices for creation in CONA/SAP
• Understand basic product knowledge and vehicle types for successful dispatching of orders
• Provide daily communication and reports from LEO to management team
• Works with the Sales Center management to assist in resolving any concerns or issues
• Conducts periodic site visits to each Sales Center to gain feedback from the management team, and drivers on dispatching effectiveness
• Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• Minimum age 18 years old
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
• Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
• Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology
• Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or 6 months to 1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently
• Intermediate skills using MS Office Excel, Power Point, and Word

Physical Requirements

Requirement Frequency Sit R Stand R Walk R Bend O Kneel/Squat O Climb Stairs O Crawling O Overhead Reach O Typing O Vehicle Operation X PPE/Special Clothing L Grasp O Push/Pull O Fine Manipulation O Lift up to 50 lbs O Carry up to 50 lbs O Pushing up to 50 lbs O Pulling up to 50 lbs O Exposure to Water L Exposure to Chemicals O Exposure to Weather O Exposure to Noise F

Benefits

• Two weeks paid vacation within first year
• Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan ($35 physical copay; $15 Teladoc copay)
• Dental, vision, flex spending
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid life insurance ($50,000)
• Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Paid holiday & sick time
• 401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)
• Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more)
• Competitive Compensation
• Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle
• For qualified candidates we offer an amazing CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5250 for CDL school tuition – ask your Recruiter for details

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Mon - Fri / 9:00a - 6:00p