Dispatcher Full-time Job

The Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching units to pick up and deliver freight, monitor the performance of drivers and ensure customer timelines are adhered to. Part of this job is on efficient utilization, management and performance of our trailer bank Refers, Dry Vans and Long Combination Vehicles allowing the company to efficiently move optimized loads and achieve on-time service to all customers and terminals.

How You’ll Help: 

• Arrange for daily deliveries, assign pick up requests, and entre orders in the computer
• Set up appointment freight, manifest shipments, coordinate ETA's with Central, check for expedited shipments and enter missed pick-ups
• Answer phones and take pick-up requests
• Perform a dock and yard check to ensure freight is not missed and trucks are on schedule
• Coordinate drivers to come back for second round of deliveries, manifest skeleton and make linehaul orders
• Coordinate local P&D requirements
• Track lumpers hours and review requirements
• Monitor driver performance and report finding to manager
• Identify areas for improvement and efficiencies
• Other related duties as may be required

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Minimum of secondary education, with preference of post-secondary education (Supply Chain or Logistics Management, or a combination of education and experience.
• Previous Transportation or operational experience is preferred, various roles within transportation would be beneficial. New graduates or current students are welcome. 
  • Communication skills - advanced
  • Computer skills – accuracy, MS products, AS400, web based programs
  • Demonstrated customer relationship skills
  • Able to work deadlines in high transactional environment
  • Ability to champion business needs in a collaborative manner to colleagues
  • Strong sense of urgency and ability to respond to demands in a calm manner.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to manage demands and resolve issues with drivers, co-workers, etc.
  • Ability to work independently; a self-starter
  • Strong problem solving skills with the ability to implement proactive solutions to support operational demands and efficiencies. 
  • Ability to work a flexible work schedule
  • Results focused

To apply, visit our Careers page at dayross.com.

If you’re chosen for the role, you’ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You’ll only be contacted if you’re selected for an interview. 

From a single truckload of potatoes in the 1950s to a fleet of thousands, Day & Ross has grown to become one of the largest transportation and logistics providers in North America. With over 7,500 team members on and off the road in the US and Canada, we offer a diversified portfolio of freight and delivery solutions, including LTL, Truckload, Residential, Dedicated Fleet Solutions, and Logistics.
We believe our people are our greatest strength. For over a decade, weve been recognized as one of Canadas Best Managed Companies. Weve also been named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018. Our recognition reflects the family values we share with our parent company, McCain Foods Limited.