What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Dispatcher position at Offen Petroleum?
Position Overview
A Dispatcher is responsible for coordinating and directing the movement of trucks and products to ensure pickups and deliveries are completed in an accurate, efficient and timely manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and key daily driver routes into company dispatch routing system.
- Continuously monitor dispatch programs, GPS, and driver communication
- Manage and schedule loads for inventory managed accounts.
- Maintain constant communication with Drivers for delivery updates to be able to complete orders in dispatch routing system.
- Act as liaison between Offen's sales / supply teams and drivers.
- Gain a working knowledge of Offen's dispatching model and processes.
- Prepare invoices for review.
- Provide pertinent information to drivers regarding pin numbers, customer complaints, customer specific requests, equipment needed, etc.
- Use effective listening skills to collect required information and escalate pertinent information.
Requirements
Required / Preferred Education & Experience
Working Environment and Physical Demands
Work is performed in a standard office environment with frequent local travel. Requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary; may regularly require the ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and occasionally lift 80 lbs. with assistance.
Eligible for company benefits including :
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