Original job description
Are you a fast-thinking professional with an expertise in logistics and coordination? We are currently seeking a dedicated Dispatcher to join a high-performing team in Winnipeg. This contract position is an exceptional opportunity to grow your career within the manufacturing & logistics sector while working for a reputable employer.
In this Dispatcher role, you will handle a variety of essential tasks, including route planning, driver communication, and real-time shipment tracking. This position requires a professional who is highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing & logistics environment. Whether you are adjusting schedules due to weather or coordinating urgent last-minute deliveries, your contributions will be vital to the smooth operation of the department and the overall customer experience.
If you are interested, we would love to hear from you!
Advantages
- Competitive wage based on the Winnipeg Market and your manufacturing and logistics skills
- Weekends off
- Access to specialized training and support to help you advance your career in manufacturing & logistics.
- A professional and collaborative in office work environment that values your contributions to the team's success.
Responsibilities
- Schedule and dispatch drivers or service vehicles to appropriate locations based on customer requests or manufacturing & logistics requirements.
- Coordinate shipment with customers and various departments through phone and email.
- Assist with front desk reception duties and contact customers as needed.
- Troubleshoot and resolve problems related to missed deliveries, vehicle breakdowns, or traffic delays.
- Accurate data entry to maintain and enter service records
- Maintain organized records of service calls, maintenance schedules, and driver logs for compliance.
Qualifications
- 2-3 years experience in prior dispatch and/or similar administrative coordination roles.
- Proficiency in dispatching software and GPS tracking systems, along with basic computer literacy.
- Possess attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in a high-pressure environment.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills to meet strict delivery and service deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative manufacturing & logistics team.
Summary
All information and resumes received will be treated with strict confidentiality!
Ways to apply:
•Apply directly on this site
•Go to our website at www.randstad.ca, create a profile, and apply directly.
•Email your resume to jasmine.tabafunda@randstad.ca and include the title of the position in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
