Dispatch Supervisor

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

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At Vulcan Materials, we believe that the heart of our success lies in the strength of our engagement, our connection, and our commitment to developing our people. We are excited to restore the collaborative in-person environment that fuels our innovation and growth. This move is not just about being physically present; it's about reigniting the spirit that comes from face-to-face interactions, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where every voice is heard and everyone thrives.

What You'll Do:

As the shipping supervisor, you will be in charge and oversee the entire shipping department consisting of multiple shippers and a driver scheduler. Understand the importance of our shipping department role in covering the Bay Area, North Bay and Sacramento markets. It's crucial that we stay on task and consistently meet our customers expectations regarding delivery times and pour rates.

Shipping: We must maintain strict adherence to rules and requirements to ensure cost savings and accurate ordering of any special materials from the correct plants. This approach will also help set our team up for success.

Scheduling: Schedule work according to plant capacity and YPH (Yards per hour) demand. Oversee the driver schedule. Schedule shipping staff as needed.

Meal breaks / Lunches: Follow all union rules and state laws and ensure we are meeting all requirements in providing meal periods for both the drivers and the shipping staff.

Reports: You will need to be able to run and understand all daily reports for the shipping department which requires your understanding of various technological platforms.

Meetings: Attend business unit meetings to get a better understanding of forecasted work, daily meetings with different departments to ensure the next day schedule is set and manageable. Also, meetings with leadership to go over progress/growth with staff and ensuring the department meets goals and expectations for successful operations. This includes people management, systems' oversight, scheduling and helping out the staff with overflow.

Additional:

All other duties as assigned.

Skills You'll Need:

Multi-tasking - Must be able to take on and properly prioritize multiple job / duties within the department as well as our area ready-mix plant locations.

Communication - Must be able to communicate any and all feedback regarding orders, plants, drivers or scheduling. Cross-communicate with other departments to make sure operations are running efficiently.

Technology - Must be comfortable in the use of associated computer software programs, and have the adaptability to continue technological growth and help with innovation.

What You'll Like About Us:

Salary Range. The base salary range for this role is between $85,000 - $115,000 annual salary. This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidate's compensation, we consider a number of factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. The industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets up apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.