Job Description

As a Dispatcher with Colony Hardware, you will begin the journey of managing the logistics process for getting orders to our customers. This person will be primarily responsible for ensuring that the product is delivered promptly and efficiently by adequately managing the driver routes

A Little About Your Day; You Will:

Coordinate and log routes for the morning and afternoon delivery trucks.
Provide information and support to drivers throughout the day, such as phone numbers, addresses, etc.
Sort paperwork from the previous night’s work, such as credit card receipts, and truck logs.
Provide information to branches throughout the day, such as delivery times, signature capture, picture capture, and package refusals.
Keep up-to-date files pertaining to each route and maintains data as needed.
Track orders through computer programs (NetSuite) prioritizing the most critical and ensuring that they are filled and packed in a timely manner to facilitate on time delivery schedule.
Collaborate with the Operations and Fleet Manager to coordinate appointments and maintain fleet.
Prepare daily maintenance reports on vehicles to determine needed repairs or inspections.
Prepare end-of-month mileage report to determine required oil changes.
Assist with loading/unloading trucks as needed.
Assist with picking and packing orders for future customer deliveries

This Might Be the Opportunity for you If:

It’s important to you to have a career where activities are varied, and decisions are made autonomously. You love being on your feet, thinking on your feet, and working in a fast-paced work environment.
A conscientious spirit is the foundation of your work ethic
You are data-driven, and adept at quick decision making within defined span of control based on established rules and procedures.
You engender trust, demonstrate a sense of urgency, and assure consistent achievement of quality standards.
Your disciplined and analytical focus promotes your need for producing quality work
You seek to avoid risk and are very particular about what you delegate and who you delegate to.
You are a stickler for details and will gather all relevant facts before deciding. The only thing more important than being heard is making sure you are right.
Being highly responsive is in your nature, and time management is one of your areas of expertise.

What You'll Need for Success:

A minimum of three years of prior commercial driving experience and deliveries.
You must be 21 years of age or older.
A valid driver’s license with a sustained record of safe driving.
Ability to maintain and hold a Medical DOT card
Knowledge of procedures and operations of Wireless Scanning System preferred
1 years' experience in a dispatch-related position or role preferred, preferably in a distribution environment
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook
Ability to safely lift, move, and manage up to 50 lbs unassisted

We Can Offer You:Colony Hardware provides a performance-based culture where all employees are rewarded for the achievement of both personal and company goals. This includes:

Competitive salary and quarterly bonuses
Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options
Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
401k retirement plans with a company match
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive sick, vacation and PTO time as well as paid holidays
Company-provided PPE as required
Company-paid training and certifications
Generous discounts on the best products from leading industry vendors

About Colony Hardware

Our customers are our top priority.

Colony Hardware provides Tools & Equipment, Supplies, Safety Products, Rental and Repair to construction and industry. Our commitment to quality and service is unmatched. Products are carefully selected for quality, durability and value. At Colony, we understand that in order for you to meet your aggressive deadlines, you need to have the materials you want at the right place, the right time and at the right price. We stock over 25,000 different products from over 750 different manufactures. We continue to fulfill thousands of orders accurately and completely so that you and your tradespeople can work productively, efficiently and safely. Colony's goal is to be your single source of supply.

Thank you for making Colony a leader in the industry. Please call us personally to respond to any questions, problems, suggestions or emergencies you may have. Nothing is more important to our team than understanding how to serve you better.

Industry

Construction & Skilled Trades

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

Orange, CT

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

colonyhardware.com

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