Transportation Dispatcher

Posted:
10/23/2024, 2:20:51 AM

Location(s):
Atlanta, Georgia, United States ⋅ Georgia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Job Description:

The Transportation Dispatcher is responsible for ensuring the efficient delivery of fuel to RaceTrac and RaceWay stores. This individual works to ensure fuel is delivered to the store at an optimal price by monitoring and evaluating all freight and fuel costs associated with carriers. The Transportation Dispatcher is also responsible for monitoring store fuel inventory levels and dispatching carriers to ensure stores have appropriate inventory delivery. Flexibility for work hours and schedule (weekends and holidays) is required for this role.

Responsibilities:

•    Plans all daily delivery activity for all carriers and drivers within specific RaceTrac and RaceWay markets.
•    Serves as first point of contact for communication and problem solving with truck drivers to help facilitate fuel delivery to all RaceTrac and RaceWay markets.
•    Manages store fuel inventory levels to prevent fuel run-outs.
•    Monitors water level in store tanks and dispatches vendors to resolve issues. 
•    Ensures that carriers have the correct loading information at terminals.
•    Serves as a liaison between stores and the Store Support Center to relay potential problems with fuel deliveries. 
•    Schedules fuel tank pump-outs when needed.
•    Ensures contracts and deals are fulfilled.
•    Coordinates with fuel suppliers for new carrier setups.
•    Potential to make limited financial decisions for supplier changes. 
•    Works independently to cover all daily transportation issues.
•    Monitors load plans and recommends charge-backs for unapproved carrier actions.
 

Qualifications:

•    1-3 years professional experience, business or logistics preferred
•    Proficient in MS Office Suite
•    Experience in GPS tracking software is a plus