Temporary Transportation Dispatcher Job at Wakefern Food Corp., Newark, NJ

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  • Wakefern Food Corp.
  • Newark, 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®, and Gourmet Garage® 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.

Your contribution

As a member of the Transportation Team you will be responsible for dispatching of 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). *Split Work Week (Any 6 out of 7) – Days off will be based upon business needs and may not contain traditional Saturday/Sunday off days.

2nd Shift Schedule: 2:00PM-10:00PM (6 out of 7 days of the week)

Core Functions

  • 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

What we’re looking for

  • Two years of college or equivalent technical experience in Transportation or Distribution preferred but not required.
  • Knowledge of and/or familiarity with Transportation and Distribution practices or principles preferred.
  • Ability to perform multiple functions simultaneously while handling heavy telephone call volume.
  • Good organizational skills as demonstrated by previous work experience.
  • Flexibility with regard to working hours, weekends, overtime, and holidays (7-day operation) Sunday thru Saturday.
  • Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
  • Flexibility with regard to shift rotations.

How you’ll succeed

  • Communicate Effectively
  • Drive for Results
  • Develop You
  • Embrace Change
  • Build Relationships
  • Stay Competitive

The hourly salary range for this position is $24.50 to $28.00. Placement in the range depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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