Giant Tiger
Compensation Grade Grade 2 – TT
Job Description
About this Opportunity:
Giant Tiger Wholesale is looking to hire a permanent Dispatcher for our brand-new, fully automated 660,000 square foot distribution center in Johnstown, ON! GTW can full medical/dental benefits, a store discount and 24/7 onsite gym access.
We are looking for individuals who are searching for long-term career options where job advancement is encouraged! If that is you, you can look forward to a career with job growth, profit sharing, and a strong commitment to the community at GTW!
Giant Tiger Wholesale – We Can Offer
- Giant Tiger Store Discount – 20% on clothing, 10% on grocery!
- Full medical/dental benefits available
- 24/7 access to onsite gym; games room and full Micromarket in lunch room with subsidized snacks and meals,
- Weekly summer barbeques and staff events all year;
- Paid voluntary overtime at 44 hours;
- Committed Health & Safety Culture from day one!
Giant Tiger’s new dispatcher will be a dependable team player with a strong administrative background and ability to make good decisions quickly. This role requires solid customer service skills and confidence in a fast-paced environment.
Dispatcher Job Highlights
- Executes the weekly drivers’ schedule;
- Suggest and implement route optimization;
- Dispatch, change, cover and cancel drivers as needed for the business;
- Work closely with the H&S Compliance Associate and the Equipment Compliance Associate
- Ensure compliance with all MTO & Federal transportation regulations;
- Oversee and orchestrate pickup and delivery of vendor orders to our Distribution Centers;
- Assist and cross train with Back Haul operations;
- Work with the respective warehouse supervisors and their shipping departments regarding consolidations, splits and equipment requirements for specific routes;
- Update and communicate effectively any changes or issues;
- Interact with other departmental team members in GTW and Tiger Trucking to achieve set goals;
- Serve as back up to other dispatchers;
- Other duties as set forth by the Traffic Manager and/or Transportation Supervisor.
Dispatcher Job Requirements
- High School diploma;
- 2-3 years experience in a direct customer facing role;
- 1+ years experience in transportation is a strong asset;
- Strong working knowledge of Outlook, Windows NT, MS Office;
- Excellent communication skills; Bilingualism is a definite asset;
Dispatcher Job Schedule
Thursday-Saturday, alternating Wednesday: 6:00pm – 6:00am
- CLOSE DATE: This role will close to internal applications on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 11:59 pm*
Job Requisition
JR122670
Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.
Are you are interested in this position but don’t yet meet all the criteria? We want you to apply anyway!
During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role, but also contribute to our diverse, equal and inclusive culture.
If you require accommodation during your pursuit of a role at Giant Tiger please contact [email protected].