Logistics Coordinator - Edmonton, Canada - RMC Group of Companies

RMC Group of Companies

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Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Logistics Coordinator
RMC Group of Companies
RMC Group of Companies is family owned and has been supplying concrete and related services since 1994. RMC Group of Companies is locally owned and operated and is one of Western Canada's largest independent concrete providers.

At RMC Group of Companies Ltd., our most valuable asset is our people, so each team member is part of our family, and every employee plays a vital role within the organization.

Help build your local community, from downtown high-rise towers to your neighbours' driveways. Come be a part of our growing team and build a better future with us

We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, and a positive attitude. If you have excellent communication skills, are a problem solver, and well-organized this position is for you. Dispatchers are primarily responsible for coordinating the efforts of fleet vehicles to meet customer demands.

What we offer:

Competitive wages and vacation time
RRSP Program
Full scope benefits package (health, dental, life, disability, etc.)
Mental Health and Wellness Programs (EFAP)
Employee perks and discounts
Employee referral bonus
Opportunities for training and professional development

Responsibilities:

Coordinate fleet personnel to ensure proper allocation of human resources and equipment in order to maximize operational efficiencies.
Coordinate and oversee the routing and scheduling of daily trucking services
Compliance with time schedules and applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.
Communicate regularly with the drivers to assist and manage implications caused by equipment problems, traffic, accidents and on site incidents
Ensures that schedules are carried out in an effective and efficient manner
Makes necessary adjustments for road closures and bans, weather, and mechanical/technical problems.
Works closely with sales and procurement staff to ensure adequate inventory of materials, admixtures, and valueadded products are available for specific jobs
Communicates with the safety team and customer to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues on site
Receives and responds to inquiries concerning routing, scheduling, and other trucking related questions.
Assists in the implementation of policy and process improvement.
Communicate with Shop personnel regarding repairs and preventative maintenance schedules
Use tracking and dispatch software to maximize cost efficiency while maintain a high level of customer service

Hours of Work:

The hours for this position will vary and will require overtime. General working schedule will be Monday through Saturday. Start and end time will vary depending on concrete schedule.

Qualifications:

Experience as a Dispatcher or Logistics Coordinator
2+ year's experience as a dispatcher in the transportation industry (preferred)
College or University diploma or degree

RMC Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates without discriminating on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, mental or physical disability or pardoned criminal conviction.