Dispatcher - Transportation/Logistics

Dispatcher

Our client, KL Harring Transportation, has a great career opportunity for an experienced Dispatcher, in beautifully scenic Bethel, PA The ideal candidate for this full-time role will be highly motivated and organized in order to successfully coordinate the movements of drivers and equipment for our fleet of temperature-controlled reefer trailers.

This position will work out of the Operations Center in Bethel, PA, a 30,000 square foot temperature-controlled warehouse with dry vans, reefers and a modern fleet of Kenworth tractors.

The Dispatcher is also responsible for:

* Supporting our U.S. customer base
* Planning and management of shipments in a just in time environment
* Utilize computers, telephones, and provide accurate documentation to drivers for assignments, and provide supporting office operations accurate records
* Maintaining positive relations with drivers and staff
* Direct interaction with customers, drivers, 3rd party security monitoring firms, maintenance facilities, and others
* Creating reports, analyzing information, and making recommendations for continuous improvement
* Monitoring driver adherence to requirements, and administer disciplinary action when required
* Supporting additional areas beyond primary job responsibilities as needed

Experience and Skills Required:

* Prior experience in a similar role, A MUST
* High school diploma or equivalent required
* College degree preferred or equivalent experience
* Prior experience in transportation industry
* Familiar with software systems including the TMW (Operations) and Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
* Strong problem-solving skills
* Effective verbal and written communication skills
* General knowledge of highway systems
* Have a culture of continuous improvement
* Highly organized with the ability to work on multiple projects at once
* Familiar with all federal, state and local rules and regulations
* Ability to meet deadlines
* Ability to work well as a team