Freight dispatcher job description
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Example freight dispatcher requirements on a job description
Freight dispatcher requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in freight dispatcher job postings.
Sample freight dispatcher requirements
- Bachelor's degree in logistics or related field
- At least 2 years of experience in freight dispatching
- Familiarity with freight regulations and safety standards
- Proficiency in relevant software applications
- Valid driver's license
Sample required freight dispatcher soft skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Freight dispatcher job description example 1
Boise Cascade freight dispatcher job description
Boise Cascade Building Materials Distribution has an opening for a Freight Specialist Dispatcher. Please review the responsibilities and needed qualifications below and apply today!
Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America - and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. And we're committed to investing in them. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life - from health and well-being, career and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
* We care about your Health, Well-Being, and Future:
* Medical + Prescription, Dental + Vision
* Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Preventive Care
* Life and Accidental Death Insurance, 401(k)/Roth Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions
* Tuition Assistance, Employee Assistance Program
* We offer paid Time Away from Work:
* 8 Holidays, Personal/Vacations Days
* Disability Benefits, Parental Leave
* We Appreciate you:
* Competitive Base and Incentive Pay for all positions
* Service Recognition Program
* Professional development and career progression opportunities
Responsibilities
Schedule the inbound and/or outbound delivery of products and orders to customers via contract or company truck drivers. Coordinate with the location's personnel to provide trucking arrangements for all freight needs. Utilize RFN system (review routes, assign route number, release pick ticket information to scanning equipment) for trucks and/or will calls. Maintain the company-owned truck fleet including truck maintenance, maintenance records, and physical inspection of equipment keeping them in effective operating condition. Meet customer service requirements and monitor department productivity and location goals. Create day-to-day safety awareness and DOT and OSHA regulations. Develop efficient delivery schedules effectively utilizing trucks and / or use of contract drivers. Assure timely filing of DOT reports and Driver Services records. Maintain profiles and freight contracts, motor carrier profiles, shipping rates, driving logs, etc. and update the TIS system as appropriate. Train driving associates. Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: High school education or equivalent. Normal office environment with minimal physical exertion.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge and experience with DOT regulations, requirements and truck driver safety a plus. Effective communication skills. Ability to perform tasks in a fast paced work environment. Requires proficiency in utilizing computer software applications necessary for performing job responsibilities. Ability to understand and apply addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Competencies: Applied Learning, Collaborating, Communication, Customer Orientation, Decision Making, Initiating Action, Managing Work, Monitoring Information, Safety Focus, Work Standards.
Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America - and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. And we're committed to investing in them. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life - from health and well-being, career and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
* We care about your Health, Well-Being, and Future:
* Medical + Prescription, Dental + Vision
* Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Preventive Care
* Life and Accidental Death Insurance, 401(k)/Roth Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions
* Tuition Assistance, Employee Assistance Program
* We offer paid Time Away from Work:
* 8 Holidays, Personal/Vacations Days
* Disability Benefits, Parental Leave
* We Appreciate you:
* Competitive Base and Incentive Pay for all positions
* Service Recognition Program
* Professional development and career progression opportunities
Responsibilities
Schedule the inbound and/or outbound delivery of products and orders to customers via contract or company truck drivers. Coordinate with the location's personnel to provide trucking arrangements for all freight needs. Utilize RFN system (review routes, assign route number, release pick ticket information to scanning equipment) for trucks and/or will calls. Maintain the company-owned truck fleet including truck maintenance, maintenance records, and physical inspection of equipment keeping them in effective operating condition. Meet customer service requirements and monitor department productivity and location goals. Create day-to-day safety awareness and DOT and OSHA regulations. Develop efficient delivery schedules effectively utilizing trucks and / or use of contract drivers. Assure timely filing of DOT reports and Driver Services records. Maintain profiles and freight contracts, motor carrier profiles, shipping rates, driving logs, etc. and update the TIS system as appropriate. Train driving associates. Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: High school education or equivalent. Normal office environment with minimal physical exertion.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge and experience with DOT regulations, requirements and truck driver safety a plus. Effective communication skills. Ability to perform tasks in a fast paced work environment. Requires proficiency in utilizing computer software applications necessary for performing job responsibilities. Ability to understand and apply addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Competencies: Applied Learning, Collaborating, Communication, Customer Orientation, Decision Making, Initiating Action, Managing Work, Monitoring Information, Safety Focus, Work Standards.
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Freight dispatcher job description example 2
ManpowerGroup freight dispatcher job description
Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America - and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States.
Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
+ We care about your **Health, Well-Being, and Future** :
+ Medical + Prescription, Dental + Vision
+ Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Preventive Care
+ Life and Accidental Death Insurance, 401(k)/Roth Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions
+ Tuition Assistance, Employee Assistance Program
+ We offer paid **Time Away from Work** :
+ 8 Holidays, Personal/Vacations Days
+ Disability Benefits, Parental Leave
+ We **Appreci**
+ **ate** you:
+ Competitive Base and Incentive Pay for all positions
+ Service Recognition Program
+ Professional development and career progression opportunities
**Responsibilities**
+ Schedule the inbound and/or outbound delivery of products and orders to customers via contract or company truck drivers.
+ Coordinate with the location's personnel to provide trucking arrangements for all freight needs.
+ Utilize RFN system (review routes, assign route number, release pick ticket information to scanning equipment) for trucks and/or will calls.
+ Maintain the company-owned truck fleet including truck maintenance, maintenance records, and physical inspection of equipment keeping them in effective operating condition.
+ Meet customer service requirements and monitor department productivity and location goals.
+ Create day-to-day safety awareness and DOT and OSHA regulations.
+ Develop efficient delivery schedules effectively utilizing trucks and / or use of contract drivers.
+ Assure timely filing of DOT reports and Driver Services records.
+ Maintain profiles and freight contracts, motor carrier profiles, shipping rates, driving logs, etc. and update the TIS system as appropriate.
+ Train driving associates.
+ Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
+ Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Here's a snapshot of what we offer:
+ We care about your **Health, Well-Being, and Future** :
+ Medical + Prescription, Dental + Vision
+ Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, Preventive Care
+ Life and Accidental Death Insurance, 401(k)/Roth Retirement Plan Options with Employer Contributions
+ Tuition Assistance, Employee Assistance Program
+ We offer paid **Time Away from Work** :
+ 8 Holidays, Personal/Vacations Days
+ Disability Benefits, Parental Leave
+ We **Appreci**
+ **ate** you:
+ Competitive Base and Incentive Pay for all positions
+ Service Recognition Program
+ Professional development and career progression opportunities
**Responsibilities**
+ Schedule the inbound and/or outbound delivery of products and orders to customers via contract or company truck drivers.
+ Coordinate with the location's personnel to provide trucking arrangements for all freight needs.
+ Utilize RFN system (review routes, assign route number, release pick ticket information to scanning equipment) for trucks and/or will calls.
+ Maintain the company-owned truck fleet including truck maintenance, maintenance records, and physical inspection of equipment keeping them in effective operating condition.
+ Meet customer service requirements and monitor department productivity and location goals.
+ Create day-to-day safety awareness and DOT and OSHA regulations.
+ Develop efficient delivery schedules effectively utilizing trucks and / or use of contract drivers.
+ Assure timely filing of DOT reports and Driver Services records.
+ Maintain profiles and freight contracts, motor carrier profiles, shipping rates, driving logs, etc. and update the TIS system as appropriate.
+ Train driving associates.
+ Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
+ Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024