Transportation Dispatcher

2 months ago

Newark, United States Wakefern Food Corporation Full time

**About Wakefern**

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, and Gourmet Garage® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.

**Your contribution**

As a member of the Transportation Team you will be responsible for dispatching of trailer loads, compiling and maintaining driver logs, ensuring that on-time delivery commitments are met, as well as tracking trailer movement (7 day operation Sunday thru Saturday). *Split Work Week (Any 5 out of 7) - Work week is Sunday-Thursday, with Friday and Saturday being off. Days off will be based upon business needs and may not contain traditional Saturday/Sunday off days.

**3rd Shift Schedule: 8PM-4AM (Days off may vary based on business needs)**

**Training for the first month will be on first shift (7AM-3PM)

**Core Functions**
- Understanding and working knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations
- Experience with transportation and distribution practices / principles
- Strong organization skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and driving logs
- Ability to manage scheduling prioritization while maintaining appropriate workflow in partnership with operations
- Utilize telematics platforms to monitor driver performance, delivery efficiency, GPS locations and temperature settings

**What we’re looking for**
- Two years of college or equivalent technical experience in Transportation or Distribution preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of and/or familiarity with Transportation and Distribution practices or principles preferred.
- Ability to perform multiple functions simultaneously while handling heavy telephone call volume.
- Good organizational skills as demonstrated by previous work experience.
- Flexibility with regard to working hours, weekends, overtime, and holidays (7-day operation) Sunday thru Saturday.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Flexibility with regard to shift rotations.

**How you’ll succeed**
- Communicate Effectively
- Drive for Results
- Develop You
- Embrace Change
- Build Relationships
- Stay Competitive

**Company Perks**
- Vibrant Food Centric Culture
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision package
- Competitive Salary and Paid Time Off
- Fitness Reimbursement and Well-Being Program
- Corporate Training and Development University
- Collaborative team environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401K
- Matching Gifts and Community Volunteer Involvement

Pay: $24.50 - $27.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (required)

**Experience**:

- Dispatching: 1 year (required)

License/Certification:

- Driver's License (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Newark, NJ 07105 (required)

Work Location: In person

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