Specialist, Dispatch

Company: XPO Logistics, Inc.
Location: New York
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

Solutions driven success.XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO Logistics, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you're looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. -Logistics done differently.Transport Topics ranked XPO Logistics #1 in North America, and Forbes named us one of America's best employers. We are looking for a highly skilled professional to dispatch drivers and contribute to providing exceptional customer service. At XPO, you'll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of. Pay, benefits and more.We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.What you'll do on a typical day:

• Ensure drivers are dispatched in a timely manner
• Preplan and make dispatch changes, assist with routing directions and clearly communicate special service requirements
• Identify pickup and delivery expectations, and record primary order dates and critical instructions
• Review available capacity within the shipping region and schedule pickup/delivery appointments
• Receive and enter orders via phone or emailWhat you need to succeed at XPO:At a minimum, you'll need:
  • 1 year of logistics or transportation experience
  • Experience with Microsoft Office It'd be great if you had:
    • Associate degree
    • 4 years of related experience
    • Strong analytical, communication and time management skillsBe part of something big.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. - -The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. - - -Review XPO's candidate privacy statement - -

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