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Area Logistics Coordinator (Dispatcher)

Outdoor Living Supply
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2025

Position : Logistics Coordinator II

Department : General Admin

Reports to : Area Manager

Exemption Status : Non-exempt

Date Approved :

EEOC Class : Administrative Support Workers

Location : Store

Role Summary : Dispatch local flatbed and dump deliveries. Through best practices and efficiency maximize truck utilization, while maintaining superior customer service. Manage drivers and company assets at your assigned location.

Job Responsibilities

  • Dispatch local deliveries and coordinate local material pick-ups
  • Manage drivers' daily delivery logs including delivery fee accuracy
  • Analyze all daily pre-trip and daily inspection reports

If defects are found or service is needed, coordinate with transportation and store management for a plan that minimizes down time, while ensuring our assets are repaired and serviced as required. This will require critical thinking and cooperation to provide continued customer service, while maintaining the longevity of our fleet

  • Maintain equipment identification numbers (decals) to ensure records and expenses are tracked to the correct unit
  • Manage driver FMCSA hours of service regulations and pre-trip inspection reporting
  • Manage company assets preventive maintenance and repair program
  • Ensure drivers logs are reported for payroll in a timely manner
  • Ensure all drivers maintain their fuel and mileage logs and fuel receipt match their logs.
  • This is especially important at locations with bulk fuel tanks

  • Send fuel logs and receipts quarterly to the transportation department for IFTA filing
  • Train on-site personnel and operators as to what is expected before the asset is operated each day
  • Train on-site personnel and operators on what OLS' procedures are when assets need repair
  • Train our operators to recognize warning signs, hopefully preventing catastrophic failure
  • Create a maintenance schedule for each type of equipment. It needs to include all daily responsibility as well as the hours / miles that PM services are to be performed
  • Help facilitate and schedule PM's and repairs. This includes coordinating with our own mechanics, 3rd party repair facilities and leasing companies
  • Analyze repair expenses, approve and enter PO's. Relay information to upper management if anything looks out of line
  • Inspect assets, audit reporting procedures and provide training
  • Identify potential suppliers, conduct market research, and analyze supplier capabilities to ensure the procurement of high-quality goods at competitive prices
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
  • Analyze pricing proposals, evaluate cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to optimize procurement costs without compromising quality or delivery schedules
  • Perform duties as requested by your supervisor
  • Operate with FORTITUDE : Fun, Optimisms, Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Trust, Unity, Drive, and Empowerment
  • Minimum Job Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a dispatcher or related field
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to make quick and accurate decisions
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, scheduling software, and other related software
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of local roads and routes
  • Must be willing to travel up to 10%
  • Other Skills and Abilities

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Occasionally required to stand / walk
  • Frequently required to talk or hear
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT

    Work is primarily performed in a climate-controlled office environment

    Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

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