You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part of the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.
Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
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Job DescriptionZekelman currently has an opportunity for a Logistics Dispatcher at our Harrow, ON location. Reporting to the Logistics Operations Manager, this person will dispatch, and schedule truck loads based on customer delivery expectations for the Plymouth, MI location. This position is a 6-month contract with the opportunity for full-time employment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Dispatch and schedule truck loads based on customer delivery expectations.Schedule delivery appointments with customers to accommodate on-time deliveries.Cultivate and maintain relationships with Zekelman’s carrier base. Coordinate with shipping department to maximize loading efficiencies.Proactive communication with sales, shipping and production.Strive to use the lowest cost carriers whenever possible.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Daily scheduling of outbound shipments from the Plymouth, MI facilitySchedule delivery appointments at customer to accommodate on-time deliveries.Maintain relationships with Zekelman carrier base; ensure all carriers abide by Zekelman rules and regulations.Use a combination of the Zekelman TMS+ system, email and phone to ensure all loads are covered to meet customer fill rate requirements.Research and implement ways to decrease costs whenever possible without hindering customer services.Communicate with your manager and the sales department on any customer service issue as it relates to carriers.Coordinate with warehouses\shipping department to increase loading efficiencies.Cross train with other Logistics Dispatchers within Zekelman to expand knowledge base and provide coverage as necessary.Other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSDegree or Diploma from an accredited post-secondary school.Previous experience in Logistics (Dispatching) is preferred.Very detail oriented. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent organization skills and multi-tasking capabilities.Ability to work in a fast paced and highly stressful environment at times.Previous experience with a Transportation Management System is a bonus.Ability to work within a team and with minimal supervision.Ability to travel when required for training purposes. Job Footer (US)Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
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We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.
Job Footer (CAN)We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.
Zekelman is an Equal Opportunity Employer compliant with all Ontario law & Human Rights Code in providing accommodation to persons with disabilities and to ensuring an accessible environment. Zekelman will accommodate persons with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and persons with disabilities will be accommodated on hiring and during employment. Should you require accommodation, please do not hesitate to request it.
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