Dispatcher or Assistant Dispatcher- Saskatoon

Manitoulin Transport has the most extensive transportation network in North America, making it easy to provide dependable on-time delivery and faster transit times. Sustained by its 65 years experience, Manitoulin developed the transportation knowledge that is relied on and trusted by clients in various industries.

Job Description

The Dispatcher role is a fast-paced, demanding position focused on planning and coordinating the pickups and deliveries for our Saskatoon service area, including surrounding rural routes. We're looking to onboard a dedicated professional to join our team and help us meet or exceed our customers' expectations.

As a Dispatcher, you'll be the nerve center of our operations, ensuring smooth and efficient daily flow. Your key duties will include:

• Load Planning & Coordination: Planning and coordinating all terminal pickups and deliveries, including LTL load planning and city/rural route planning.

• Driver & Staff Supervision: Supervising City Drivers (and potentially brokers), providing direction, and delegating tasks effectively.

• Communication & Customer Service: Consistently answering the phone and dealing with driver requirements (e.g., hook up information, delay updates, concerns). This includes communicating effectively with internal staff and external customers.

• System Management: Working within the AS/400 platform to execute scheduling, track shipments for customers, and perform other necessary system tasks.

• Documentation & Compliance: Printing labels, adding comments to justify non-service deliveries, and ensuring proper company policy and safety guidelines are followed.

• Leadership & Safety: Demonstrating leadership, promoting a safety-minded culture, and assisting with appointment booking and rescheduling of priorities.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the skills and knowledge to hit the ground running in a dynamic environment.

• Geographical Knowledge:  Solid geographical knowledge of Saskatoon and surrounding rural areas.

• LTL Experience:  Previous dispatch experience in an LTL environment.

• Route Planning Expertise:  Experienced with LTL load planning and city/rural route planning.

• Technological Capability:  Computer fluent, with the ability to understand and operate an AS/400 system and handheld devices.

• AS/400 experience is a strong asset;  we will train the right candidate.

• Communication:  Excellent phone and email communicator; polite, professional, and courteous in constant interaction with customers, drivers, and management.

• Work Ethic:  Proven ability to multitask effectively and thrive in a fast-paced environment while handling shift work.

• Leadership:  Demonstrated Team Leader capabilities and the ability to delegate effectively.

• Safety-minded and possess a knowledge of TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods).

• Previous  or current Class 1 driving experience is an asset, but not necessary.

Additional Information

• Attractive pay for the assistant dispatcher starting at $25.26 per hour
• The pay for the full dispatcher is based on experience
• Comprehensive Benefits Program
• Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this
  position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will
  be contacted.