What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Transportation Dispatcher (Paramount) position at Ralphs?
Provide support to the distribution center's transportation department. Coordinates and dispatches over the road drivers. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Based in California, Ralph's merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Ralphs customers in over 180 stores throughout the state.
As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Ralphs family!
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
If you are in need of reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or to otherwise participate in the application or pre-hiring process, please call 844-849-7136 or contact the location's management.
What you'll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
- Desired Previous Job Experience
- Customer Service Experience
- Previous Distribution or Production Experience
- Previous Administration Support Roles
Minimum Position Qualifications:
- Ability to work independently as well as be a team player.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
- Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate information to all contacts.
- Strong attention to detail is required.
- Ability to maintain composure during stressful situations.
- Skill and diplomacy dealing with people.
- PC skills with a minimum working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Essential Job Functions:
- Understand and display the Customer 1 st Strategy at all times.
- Adapt to any technological programs and requirements pertaining to the job.
- Understand the processing and execution of orders, setting up equipment, drivers and backhauls.
- Ability to trace, track, and locate shipments inbound or out bound.
- Initiate schedules and correspondences with drivers, all of operations, vendors, and buyers.
- Willingness to learn and advance as the job may expand.
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment.
- Communicate with all levels of the business, displaying trust and competency at all times.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
