Dispatcher Jobs

GMS is the leading North American distributor of gypsum wallboard, acoustical ceiling products and other specialty building materials. Founded in 1971, GMS now operates a network of more than 250 distribution centers nationwide. For more information about GMS, visit www.gms.com or any one of our subsidiary company websites.

STARTING PAY - $58,000-$65,000/year

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Computes payroll accurately and on time
• Schedules and dispatches crews to maximize time efficiency and monitors labor costs on each job
• Assist customers with will call orders
• Responsible for triple count and job completer program
• Responsible for office/dispatch and yard/warehouse cleanliness
• Processing credit memos on the computer
• Trains new helpers on how to perform job safely and correctly
• Completes new hire and training paperwork in a timely manner
• Responsible for ensuring that trucks are clean
• Responsible for the fast, accurate processing of sales orders, setting up job’s information, confirming & appropriate reports which support sales order processing
• Performs job in a safe manner
• Ensures compliance with VCR program
• Supervises delivery crews, conducts performance reviews and employee orientation, and coordinates driver training

OTHER COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to self-manage, show initiative and be proactive
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing, to co-workers and customers

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to quickly and accurately perform basic math skills
• High school diploma, required
• College degree, preferred
• Ability to quickly read a road/geographical map and communicate directions
• Organization skills demonstrated in job performance
• Strong Microsoft office skills
• 1-2 years of related work experience, preferred
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions with limited guidance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Constantly working in office environment
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery
• Must be able to remain in stationary position 70%
• Occasionally, will move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur
• Must be able to receive and analyze all information
• Must be able to manage stress depending on tasks
• Must be able to multitask
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• Paid holidays and vacation days
• 401k retirement plan
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. Our people have the independence and authority to make a difference. We invest in relationships, and every person is important. Our highest priority is serving others. We passionately pursue a safe work environment along with a relentless focus on operational excellence. We believe you can never go wrong doing the right thing.

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