Transportation Dispatcher

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare dispatch schedule for drivers and equipment daily to achieve customers on time service requirements
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with carriers to ensure effective usage
• Use dynamic routing system to efficiently route product outbound
• Create and maintain inbound and outbound orders in the dispatch system
• Maintain driver’s hours to ensure appropriate workload to prevent violations
• Coordinate and communicate changes to delivery and backhaul assignments to accommodate for unforeseen circumstances
• Address matters that arise and provide recommendations to solve issues in order to meet customer business needs
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities for productivity, efficiency, and customer service

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)

• High School diploma or GED
• Experience in shipping or transportation coordination environment experience or relevant certification
• Basic knowledge of shipping and transportation operations and familiarity with import and export processes
• Willingness to learn transportation management software
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to function in a fast paced, highly visible, and changing environment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to deal with ambiguity

Pay Range

$17.79 - $30.05

Benefits

Safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.