Part-Time Dispatcher (Weekends) Job at Wakefern Food Corp., Elizabeth, NJ

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  • Wakefern Food Corp.
  • Elizabeth, NJ

Job Description

About Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative Members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Markets®, Gourmet Garage®, and Di Bruno Bros.® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative Members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.

About You

As a member of the Transportation Team you will be responsible for dispatching trailer loads, compiling and maintaining driver logs, ensuring that on-time delivery commitments are met, as well as tracking trailer movement (7 day operation: Sunday thru Saturday).

*Weekends required (Includes Saturday- 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm & Sunday- 2:00 pm to 12:00 am).*

  • Understanding and working knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations
  • Experience with transportation and distribution practices / principles
  • Strong organization skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and driving logs
  • Ability to manage scheduling prioritization while maintaining appropriate workflow in partnership with operations
  • Utilize telematics platforms to monitor driver performance, delivery efficiency, GPS locations and temperature settings

Qualifications

  • Two years of college or equivalent technical experience in Transportation or Distribution
  • Working knowledge of Wakefern Management Information Systems required, including Rapid, TMMS, and On Board/GPS Systems
  • Ability to perform multiple functions simultaneously while handling heavy telephone call volume
  • Well-developed verbal and written communication skills to include professional email, telephone, and in person communications
  • Flexibility with regard to working hours, shift rotations, work locations, weekends, overtime, and holidays in a 24/7 Sunday thru Saturday operation. Weekends are required (Saturday – Sunday).
  • Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

  • Ability to balance prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and standing at a counter while working on a computer
  • Ability to move efficiently between inbound and outbound work stations
  • Ability to travel to various transportation terminal locations

Core Competencies

  • Communicate Effectively : Communicates thoughts and ideas in a well-organized manner, encouraging two-way communication.
  • Build Relationships : Creates cross functional partnerships through the development and maintenance of constructive and cooperative relationships.
  • Stay Competitive : Demonstrates a mindset of continuous improvement while exhibiting passion and enthusiasm for their work.
  • Embrace Change : Looks for new ways of working by supporting advancements in processes and technology.
  • Develop You : Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities for personal and professional career growth.
  • Drive for Results : Supports divisional and strategic objectives through achievement of work goals.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Part time, Shift work, Sunday, Saturday,

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