Dick’s Lumber in Edmonton is looking for an organized, detail oriented, team player to join our team as a Dispatcher. This position requires that the Dispatcher work inside the Shipping department.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Performs shipping duties as required for inbound and outbound trucks while dealing with deliveries and stock transfers.
- Dispatch running staff to customer service calls in the yard, warehouse and finishing area.
- Performs receiving administrative and clerical duties and inventory preparation as required and completes all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
- Matches picking slips to all sales orders and finalizes the shipping documentation, confirms and changes tally quantity when necessary.
- Ensures that the yard is ready, and orders are prepared for the next business day.
- Supervises yard staff and ensures that yard policies are being adhered to.
- Performs closing duties, including securing the yard and store.
- Maintains perpetual inventory system.
- Greet customers in a courteous and professional manner.
- Ensures compliance of operational and safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A minimum of one (1) year experience in a similar role.
- Computer skills relevant to a fast-paced shipping environment with strong knowledge of computerized inventory systems.
- Professional, courteous and punctual with a focus on customer service.
- Must have a positive attitude and be a team player.
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to perform at a high level in a fast paced, demanding work setting.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written) with excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work efficiently with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines in a busy Shipping department
- Experience and knowledge in this or a related industry is an asset.
WORKING CONDITION:
- Moderate exposure to personal risk; safety boots are required.
- Busy, high volume environment.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, a company pension plan, and paid time off. Our program is designed to support employee well-being and provide long-term security.