What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher position at PGH Accounting?
Entry Level Logistics Dispatcher
Looking for an entry-level logistics dispatcher willing to work:
- Weekday shifts beginning at 3pm and ending at 11pm
- Weekend shifts beginning at 7am and ending at 3pm or beginning at 3pm and ending at 11pm
- Overnight shifts beginning at 11pm and ending at 7am
Searching for a full-time employee that is hard working, self-motivated, and customer service oriented! This position is perfect for the person that is looking to develop their career in the logistics field. The ideal candidate is a person that thrives during challenges but is also motivated to complete tasks when slow periods arise.
We service two different same-day pharmaceutical transportation companies. Due to growth, we are looking for one additional afternoon, evening, weekend, and overnight logistics dispatcher to assist other dispatchers, drivers, and customers with set-up and troubleshooting of daily delivery services. This single opening is available due to anticipated growth. Our current seven Logistics Dispatchers are all seasoned and stable.
Duties:
- Responsible for the daily coordination of contract drivers to meet customer goals & expectations via multiple pieces of technology.
- Supports contract drivers during unforeseen events including but not limited to breakdowns, accidents, and weather delays.
- Creates, reviews, and communicates reports at the end of the shift detailing shift activities.
- Builds productive internal and/or external working relationships to work collaboratively.
- Applies policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and integrated techniques to support operations and related functions.
- Communicates and intervenes as appropriate with customers if delivery time changes due to unforeseen delays.
- Maintains a high level of customer service.
Requirements:
- Excellent customer service & problem solving skills
- Excellent verbal & written communication
- Experience utilizing the MS Office Suite
- Able to read and understand a map of PA & OH very well
- Ability to work in a fast paced and time sensitive environment
- Ability to interact positively with coworkers, yet independently
- Reliable, Flexible, & Detail-Oriented
This is full time, compensatory position offering a starting salary of $31,160 per year. We have a thorough training program, excellent technology, and a great team of dedicated employees. This position does offer the opportunity to work remotely, at certain times, once the candidate completes training & meets daily work expectations. Although weekends and overnights may initially seem undesirable, these are preferred shifts by our veteran dispatchers.
If you feel you are qualified candidate, please email your cover letter detailing why you are interested in this position and resume to the email address in this ad. If a cover letter is not submitted, you will not be considered for this position!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30,160.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Application Question(s):
- Do you live within 45 minutes of State College, PA?
Experience:
- Dispatching: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple Locations