Dispatcher, Transportation

Position Summary

The primary function of a Dispatcher is to direct and coordinate the ordering and delivery of materials to customers in the day-to-day operations. The Dispatcher adheres to and promotes corporate policies and manages the general use of equipment, trucks, delivery personnel, and materials. This employee directs all activities that concern delivery, warehouse, and facilities.

• Responsible for the fast, accurate processing of sales orders, setting up job information, confirming orders, and producing appropriate reports that support sales order processing
• Process credit memos on the computer
• Assist customers with will call orders
• Supervise stocking crews, conduct performance reviews and employee orientation, and coordinate driver training
• Schedule and dispatch crews to maximize time efficiency and monitor labor costs on each job
• Compute payroll accurately and on time
• Train new stockers on how to perform jobs safely and correctly
• Complete new hire and training paperwork in a timely manner
• Ensure compliance with VCR program
• Responsible for triple count and job completer programs
• Maintain front counter, office/dispatch, restroom, and yard/warehouse cleanliness
• Ensure that trucks are clean
• Perform job duties in a safe manner

• High school diploma required
• College degree preferred
• Minimum of two years of related work experience
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to quickly and accurately perform basic math skills
• Ability to quickly read a road or geographical map and communicate directions
• Strong organizational skills demonstrated in job performance
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions with limited guidance

• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, and be proactive
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing, with coworkers and customers

• Ability to remain in a stationary position in an office environment approximately 80% of the time
• Occasional movement within the office to access files and office machinery
• Ability to operate basic office machinery
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and management

• Ability to problem solve and prioritize tasks
• Ability to manage stress related to deadlines and ongoing projects
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to receive and analyze information
• Ability to communicate solutions quickly when problems occur
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

Gator Gypsum, Inc.

- Sarasota
2006 72nd Drive East Sarasota, FL 34243

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: , or by email to:  with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs