Dispatch Coordinator

About the role

Barnhart Crane and Rigging Company is seeking a detail-oriented Dispatch Coordinator to manage logistics, carrier coordination, and ensure on-time delivery of heavy equipment and components across the continental U.S.

Responsibilities

• Receive information from internal team and input load data in logistics software.
• Monitor quotes and pricing submitted by contracted carriers.
• Identify and select the best carrier and mode of transportation to reduce costs.
• Process load tenders and ensure load acceptance by selected carrier.
• Coordinate with carriers to ensure on-time pickup and delivery, estimate times of arrival and delivery, and recover loads when necessary.
• Track loads to ensure on-time delivery and proactively communicate potential delivery delays to team members and customers.
• Communicate and escalate issues as they arise.
• Respond to team needs by answering emails, phone calls, and attending meetings.
• Develop relationships with new and current carriers and continually negotiate rates.

Qualifications

• Prior work experience in the trucking industry required.
• Prior truck driver and/or Owner/Operator experience a plus (not required).
• Knowledge of open trailer and over-the-road freight.
• Geographic understanding of the continental U.S.
• Effective communication skills (written, verbal).
• Proficient in office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical thinking skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) program with company match up to 10% of pay.
• Family medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and other benefits.
• Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities.

About Barnhart

Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The company specializes in lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry, with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. Barnhart values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose. The culture emphasizes collaboration and professional growth within a nationwide network of teams.