Local Dispatcher

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Berger Transfer & Storage, Inc. is growing and that means new career opportunities! Join us and be part of an iconic family of companies with a great culture, unmatched co-worker camaraderie and plenty of development opportunities! At Berger, our top priority is having employees who can live up to the demanding expectations of our customers and markets. We believe our employees, who bring their hard work and dedication each and every day, are the source of our strength and success. Our ideal candidate will have an immediate connection to Berger’s Mission Statement of helping every customer to have a positive, memorable experience, as well as embodying our vision and values. Candidates who connect through positive and respectful interactions, and strive to be open, honest and fair will be at the top of our list.

Berger Transfer & Storage, Inc. is a leading provider of relocation, distribution, and warehousing services. Founded in 1910, Berger has been providing moving and storage services to individuals and businesses for over 100 years! Berger is Allied Van Lines’ largest agent with 18 locations throughout the U.S

Berger Transfer and Storage is currently seeking a LOCAL DISPATCHER to join our team in Addison, IL. Our Local Dispatcher is responsible for efficiently routing home deliveries, scheduling daily jobs and assigning crews to each job as well as communicating with customer service to ensure each customer is handled with care. This individual will also be working closely with the accounts to ensure complete customer service and will manage a team of drivers to ensure all operating procedures are being followed and drivers are compliant with DOT standards. In addition, this individual will track all shipping and receiving.

Responsibilities for our Local Dispatcher include but are not limited to:

• Assign, plan and dispatch drivers/contractors
• Develop partnerships to secure hauling opportunities
• Manage daily pickup and delivery schedules based on customer needs
• Oversee contractor performance to ensure customer satisfaction and on-time delivery
• Update shipment tracking and maintain timely data integrity
• Manage contractor profitability
• Other duties as assigned by management

The successful candidate for this position will share the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 year Dispatching or Warehouse Supervisory experience
• Ability to work well with a team, manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast paced, everchanging, high demand work environment
• Strong problem solving and project management skills
• Self-starter motivated by daily challenges
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong geographical knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Along with the opportunity to be an agent of change and make your own mark at a great company with a unique culture, we can we offer you:

• Competitive Pay;
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits;
• 401K;
• Paid Time Off (begin accruing your very first day!);
• Employee Discounts with Verizon, sketchers and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Berger Transfer & Storage, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that welcomes inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by state or federal law.