Dispatch Manager

A Place Where People Matter.   Start your career journey with Univar Solutions!  Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you.   The Dispatch Manager is responsible for routing and scheduling all outbound freight.  Supervise truck drivers, admin support personnel and fleet maintenance persons associated with the transportation function.   WHAT YOU’LL DO:   Responsible for the daily safe, efficient, legal and economical operation of all transportation activities   Support sales efforts consistent with corporate and regulatory compliance, health, safety and environmental affairs   Implement and manage branch regulatory compliance program; CFR 49   Develop transportation budgets and operating plans in coordination with sales and branch management   Responsible for meeting customer delivery requirements in a cost-effective manner.   Manage salary plan, personnel development, hiring, promoting and termination within the transportation/dispatch function   Schedule deliveries with Company equipment and set-up common carriers    Maintain truck licensing and permits    Answer shipping office phones, radio and may back-up other shipping and receiving clerks   Responsible for training health and safety programs for transportation personnel   Solve customer service problems   Additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required   WHAT YOU’LL NEED:   High School Diploma, required    3-5 years of leadership experience in transportation   In-depth knowledge of chemical distribution facility operation   Strong computer, verbal and written communications skills   Working knowledge of governmental requirements related to the chemical industy; i.e. OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, etc. or demonstrated ability to attain such knowledge   Experience shipping and receiving products using a computer inventory system    Some product knowledge, chemical industry background and/or chemistry classes a plus   Strong interpersonal skills in coaching and team building with all levels of people in the organization   High level of decision-making ability, balancing customers' needs and company objectives   Strong organization skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload   Demonstrated supervisory skills   WHERE YOU'LL WORK:   Our Location:   Guelph, Ontario   Pay and Benefits:   This position is currently vacant. The annual expected salary range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.   WHAT WE OFFER:   Paid training and development programs at every level.   Career advancement and mentoring opportunities.   Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental,…