Port Dispatch Coordinator

Job Overview
Under the supervision of the National Transportation Manager, the Anaheim Logistics Port Dispatcher is responsible for but not limited to. Dispatch our TDC Fleet and Port Drivers. Also, to ensure all TDC drivers are following DOT regulations, Customs and are always compliant, support the ELD Tele-Trac Navman GPS system transition and operational training the drivers.
Duties
* Assign ADC Fleet drivers to pick up outside vendor orders
* Organize and dispatch customer deliveries through our ADC Fleet drivers
* Ensure timely and successful completion of deliveries
* Work in conjunction with ADC customer service representatives to optimize truckloads to our company branches
* Organize and process all paperwork received from ADC Fleet drivers
* Monitor ADC Fleet drivers through Rand McNally GPS to ensure they are DOT compliant and demonstrating proper driving habits
* Schedule appropriate number of drivers for the next day's work assignments
* Communicate with our Orange slab yard in regards to equipment needs
* Assist the Transportation Manager with miscellaneous tasks and duties as needed
* Promote a positive team environment within all departments and branches
* Work within the framework of the company's defined policies, procedures, goals, and directives.
* Develop and maintain excellent customer service to internal, external customers and freight brokers alike.
* Negotiate and assign Port loads to the TDC fleet drivers and to confirm the completion of these backhauls within the Western Region.
* Work with the LB Port Authority and our corporate office to proactively and effectively dispatch all containers assigned to the TDC Port Drivers and ensure they are done correctly, and containers are returned on time.
* Learn and understand complete port processes to minimize all additional drayage and incidental costs incurred by our drivers.
* To ensure TDC Port drivers maintain compliance with the LB Port and US Customs.
* Work with Accounts receivable to ensure invoices are billed correctly and received in a timely manner.
* Assist the National Transportation Manager in evaluating the department expenses and other tasks as needed to support our drayage inbound for the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles.
* To review, maintain and update the corporate inbound container excel spread sheet, providing release date, pick up date, driver assigned, last free day and return date.
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* Any other duties required of this position
Minimum Qualifications
* College degree in Logistics/ Supply Chain Management or High School diploma with 5 years' of experience in logistics and transportation
* Proficient in Microsoft office programs and strong computer skills
* Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
* Strong problem solving skills and ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment
* Close attention to details and high level of accuracy
* Excellent attendance at current or previous employment
* Desire to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
* Highly organized and deadline oriented with strong leadership skills
Bedrosians is an Equal Opportunity Employer that promotes, for the health of its employees, a Drug-Free Workplace philosophy. This job posting does not constitute an offer of employment and is not an employment contract. To be considered for this position please complete our quick 3 minute application through our Careers page: https://bedrosians.applicantpro.com/jobs

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