Metro Supply Chain Looking for Dispatch Coordinator at Calgary, Alberta, Canada Full Time

Metro Supply Chain is a strategic supply chain solutions partner for some of the world’s fastest growing and most recognizable organizations. We advance our customers’ business through innovative, real-world solutions within a culture that supports our communities, protects our environment, and enables our team to thrive. Managing 14 million square feet in 98 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 6,000, it is the largest privately-owned supply chain solutions company based in Canada.

Summary

The position gathers, coordinates, and tracks receipt of freight information necessary for receiving and delivering shipments while auditing for accuracy and processing import bills in a timely manner: Responsible for verifying and auditing bills to ensure trucks are received and shipped according to standards.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Greets and directs transport drivers and directs them to the proper dock door according to their scheduled appointment time
• Maintains monthly inbound and outbound summary reports listing details of all shipments handled by each carrier
• Prepares BOL for outbound shipments scheduled for pickup.
• Completes vendor load sheets and have number assigned. Input into carrier note file.
• Reviews and records carrier freight, bill number and date of receipt on tracing sheet.
• Provides back up support in the department as needed.
• Do clerical work
• Promotes a clean, safe and positive work environment.

Experience

• 3 years of experience in a 3PL warehouse/transportation environment
• 1-2 year of experience in an office environment
• Minimum of 1 year experience on a combination of the following forklift equipment; Raymond Reach, Dock Stocker, Counterbalance, Order Picker and/or Walkie.

Competencies

• Customer Centricity
• Fostering Culture
• Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Managing Through Change
• Developing Self & Others
• Planning & Results Orientation
• Communication
• Always Improving Mindset
• Business & Financial Savvy

EDUCATION

• High school education or equivalent. Post Secondary education preferred.
• Working towards a logistics management certificate program preferred.

Why Join Us

• Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
• The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness programs to support your family’s well-being
• A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
• Company team wear allowance
• Employee Appreciation Day
• Company sponsored social events
• Community volunteering