Driver Dispatch Manager at Ajulia Executive Search – Houston, Texas

• Location: Houston, Texas
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #26129

Are you looking to make a career change to a pioneering company? This exciting opportunity as a Driver Dispatch Manager offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid PTO etc. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Driver Dispatch Manager could be the right fit for you.

Responsibilities:

• Apply logistics and transportation principles related to the efficient movement of goods, balancing operational costs and benefits
• Deliver high-quality customer service by assessing client needs, meeting service standards, and monitoring satisfaction levels
• Coordinate closely with drivers to ensure on-time pickups and deliveries
• Schedule and arrange routine equipment maintenance as required
• Manage operating costs and profitability within established budget guidelines
• Track driver hours and mileage in collaboration with Load Planners to optimize productivity
• Support and contribute to cost-reduction and efficiency initiatives
• Monitor performance related to driver incidents, equipment issues, breakdowns, and other service interruptions
• Maintain service performance metrics that meet company standards, including a 99% on-time delivery rate
• Ensure drivers comply with all safety regulations and that training programs are effective and up to date
• Verify that dispatch operations align with both customer requirements and company policies
• Demonstrate proficiency with administrative systems, including Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Microsoft Office applications, and satellite tracking and communication tools
• Communicate daily with drivers regarding assignments and operational updates
• Dispatch drivers for past, current, and upcoming deliveries
• Accurately update and maintain TMS orders in a timely manner
• Provide reliable estimated times of arrival (ETAs) for pickups and deliveries
• Track and trace shipments to ensure visibility and customer satisfaction

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• Must have previous experience managing Drivers.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the transportation and supply chain industry.
• Must have experience/familiar with containerized freight out of the Port of Houston
• Degree in business or related field preferred.
• Proficient in Excel and Word, TMS systems.
• Knowledge of CDL, DOT, and HOS standards.
• Fully knowledgeable on federal, state, and local transportation and intermodal regulations.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available after 30 days of full-time employment
• 401(K) with 35% company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Disability, accident, and critical illness insurance
• Performance-based bonuses
• Direct Hire

Salary: $60K-$70K annually

Ask for: Sunitha

Job Id: 26129

Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements.

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