Dispatcher

Description

At Life Couriers, we deeply understand and care about life‘s critical moments – to save lives. We are here to deliver the world‘s most time-critical diagnostics and therapies. Wherever logistics can make the biggest difference to a patient‘s life, you‘ll find us first. We aim to be the world‘s foremost group of life sciences logistics experts and we are committed to constantly pushing ourselves and the market towards new solutions for the benefit of patients. Life Couriers offers customized supply chain solutions by integrating specialized logistics services, providing a seamless customer experience.

A Dispatcher ensures that everything runs smoothly by coordinating with customers, providing precise logistics for drivers to follow along on their routes, and coordinating delivery times. Dispatchers are the point of contact for drivers and have all the information needed to make deliveries. 

Responsibilities:

• Receive and process customer orders for transportation services.
• Schedule and dispatch drivers and vehicles to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Monitor driver progress and provide updates to customers as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of all transportation activities.
• Notify clients for potential late deliveries.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and other team members.
• Resolve any issues or conflicts that may arise during transportation activities.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Cover routes as needed.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by management.

Schedule: Monday-Friday from 8:30am-6pm 

Please note that these hours are subject to change based on business needs. Flexibility in availability is essential, as adjustments may be required to meet operational demands.

Pay: $50-55K Annually 

Requirements

Skills Required:

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with others under any type of condition.
• Excellent clerical and organizational skills to keep track of schedules, routes and personnel.
• Knowledge of computers for scheduling and other dispatching duties.
• Ability to multitask with different, and sometimes conflicting, events happening at the same time.
• Able to work under stress in a fast-paced work environment.

Travel & Work Conditions:

• Primarily sedentary. 
• Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to weather elements when outside or driving.

Education and Experience:

• At least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or higher required.
• 2+ years of experience in an administrative role required.
• 2+ years of customer service experience required.
• Has a valid driver's license with no more than 2 moving violations or at fault accidents in the previous 3 years.

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without any type of work authorization or work sponsorship now or in the future.

Safety Sensitive Position:

• No.

What we offer:

· Weekly pay

· Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance are available to employee on the first of the following month after hire

· 401(k) with match

· Short- & Long-Term Disability

· Employee Assistance Program

· Company paid and optional Life Insurance

· Optional Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Indemnity Insurance

· Paid Time Off & Sick Pay

· Advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization

Life Couriers is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Life Couriers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.