Dispatcher

Joining Beacon Building Products as a Dispatcher means becoming part of a values-driven organization. Our core principles guide everything we do: putting people first, prioritizing safety, doing what's right, taking pride in our work, continuously improving, and making significant strides towards a more sustainable future. 

Be part of BUILDing a better tomorrow with Beacon, a leading Fortune 500 distributor of roofing materials and complementary building products in the United States and Canada. At Beacon, you'll be part of a company committed to making a difference. 

What you will earn:  

• Competitive Pay: We make sure that your hard work is recognized.     

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits: Experience the peace of mind that comes with our comprehensive benefits package designed to prioritize your well-being.    

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP): Bolster your financial growth. Invest in your future and become a stakeholder by purchasing company shares at a 15% discount twice annually.    

• 401(k) Match: Ensure a secure future with fair matching of your retirement contributions.    

• Paid Leave: Recharge and find work-life balance, flexible parental leave for quality family time, generous sick leave, and enjoy paid time off, company holidays, and floating holidays to unwind and pursue personal interests.  

• Paid Training and Advancement Opportunities: Open doors to exciting possibilities by engaging in our dynamic learning programs, which include the opportunity to earn valuable certifications.  

What you will do:  

• Schedule all deliveries daily for assigned area 

• Plan, organize, coordinate and schedule Drivers and Helpers for optimum efficiency 

• Adhere to and educate operations staff on all Beacon safety policies 

• Provides superior service to all internal and external customers  

• Manage Material Transfers between branches in the region 

• Manage truck load within DOT regulations and GPS Data 

• Demonstrate a daily commitment to safety and adhere diligently to all safety protocols, while always wearing appropriate PPE   

• Maintain adherence to OSHA regulations and union contracts (where applicable) 

• Ensure safe and reliable vehicles and forklifts are available to meet operational requirements 

• Maintaining a Continuous Improvement Log by working with the Regional Operations Manager to address compliance, identify and resolve issues efficiently. 

• Performs other duties as assigned 

What you will bring: 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

• Competence in operating all types of trucks and lifts 

• Effective time management and customer relations skills 

• Knowledge of OSHA and DOT requirements 

• Familiarity with the local area to facilitate well-routed deliveries 

• Experience in logistics and distribution 

• Prior experience in a dispatching role is a plus 

• Preferred experience in the building products industry 

• Preferred experience with routing software