Transportation Dispatcher

  • Full-time

Company Description

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our services include the consolidation and forwarding of air or ocean freight, customs brokerage, vendor consolidation, cargo insurance, time-definite transportation, order and risk management, warehousing, distribution and customized logistics solutions. Expeditors is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

  • 18,000 trained professionals

  • 300+ locations worldwide

  • Fortune 500

  • Globally unified systems

At Expeditors, we recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within—more than 27 percent of our staff of 17,000 employees has been at Expeditors 10 years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs—they’re chances to grow, thrive, and do what you love.

www.expeditors.com

Job Description

Major Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Safety is the FIRST duty and responsibility for everyone that works in an Expeditors warehouse. Ensure all vendor safety practices are adhered to, instruct others of proper safety practices and advise supervisor of abuses
  • Agents will closely work with the shift lead to ensure a smooth operation for the day and for the week. All inconsistencies to the plan will be discussed with the supervisor.
  • Adhere to the company’s 10 cultural attributes: Appearance, Attitude, Confidence, Curiosity, Excellence, Integrity, Pride, Resolute, Sense of Humor, and Visionary.
  • Promote compliance in diligently following all company policies and regulations and performing the task at hand with outstanding integrity and pride.
  • Interact with our approved service providers in arranging local and Domestic truck shipments, meeting customer service standards.
  • Contribute to maintain good relationships with suppliers
  • Meet compliance at all times to regulations internal and external in accordance with government regulations.
  • Understand department process flow, and looking for best practices to improve operational efficiency and productivity
  • Meet KPI standards in accordance with the Company’s procedures        
  • Network communications, timely responses to emails and requests (internal and external)
  • Ability to multitask, problem solve and respond rapidly
  • Escalation of problems to Management when necessary
  • Optimize all pick up and deliveries leveraging dedicated assets and local vendor resources to provide lowest cost model for service requested.
  • In-market knowledge of traffic patterns, industrial parks in the San Francisco Bay Area
  • Ability to cost out local moves - need to understand costs and be able to provide pricing
  • Knowledge of White glove moves a plus.

***LOCAL APPLICANTS ONLY*** 

Qualifications

  • Education (preferred level) high school diploma.
  • Experience (minimum level of direct experience in a similar position) 6 months or more.
  • Knowledge/ Skills: Must be able to read, count accurately, do simple math (add, subtract, divide, multiply) and write legibly. Must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
  • Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis. Must be able to use proper lifting techniques. The ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important. Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements. Must be able to shift priorities easily. Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.
  • Special Requirements: Must have excellent work habits. Must be familiar with warehouse systems.
  • Fork-lift certification may be required within 6 months of employment.

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

  • Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
  • Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
  • Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Training and Personnel Development Program
  • Expected compensation $22.00 to $28.00 per hour. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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