Port dispatcher

Trans International Trucking & Distribution Inc.; Perímetro Urbano Barranquilla; On-site; COP 24,000,000 - 36,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Trans International Trucking & Distribution Inc. is seeking a Port Dispatcher for a full-time remote position.

The role coordinates daily truck movements to and from ports, schedules pickups and deliveries, and ensures compliance with port and carrier requirements. You will communicate regularly with drivers and port personnel, update the transportation management system, track containers, and support efficient route planning to meet timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with port or drayage operations preferred.
• Strong planning and organizational skills to manage loads and deadlines.
• Effective communication with drivers, customers, and port personnel.
• Proficiency with dispatch software, spreadsheets, and data entry tools.
• Knowledge of port procedures, container tracking, and safety regulations preferred.
• Experience in trucking, logistics, or distribution is a plus.
• Remote work capability and independent work ethic favored.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily truck movements to and from ports and terminals.
• Schedule pickups and deliveries and assign loads to drivers.
• Monitor shipment status and maintain dispatch records.
• Update the transportation management system and track containers.
• Communicate with drivers and port personnel to resolve issues and delays.

Skills

Dispatching

Logistics coordination

Port/drayage experience

Communication skills

Customer service

TMS software

Spreadsheet proficiency

Attention to detail

Independent work (remote)

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Logistics/Transportation certification

Tools

TMS software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Company Description

Trans International Trucking & Distribution Inc. is a transportation and logistics company focused on prompt, dependable service and exceptional customer care. The organization emphasizes long-term business relationships built on integrity, accountability, and responsiveness. It offers Full Truckload (FTL), drayage and distribution, and brokerage services tailored to each customer’s specific needs and timelines. Through a proactive approach, the company strives for operational proficiency and continued success in the trucking and distribution industry. A dedicated customer support team is available on weekdays to assist with service and support needs.

Role Description

The Port Dispatcher role is a full-time, remote position responsible for coordinating daily truck movements to and from ports and terminals. This role includes scheduling pickups and deliveries, assigning loads to drivers, monitoring shipment status, and ensuring compliance with port and carrier requirements. The Port Dispatcher communicates regularly with drivers and port personnel to resolve issues, manage delays, and maintain accurate dispatch records. Additional responsibilities include updating transportation management systems, tracking containers, and supporting efficient route planning to meet timelines and service standards. The role requires consistent, professional communication and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong dispatching and logistics coordination skills, including experience with port or drayage operations.
• Candidates should possess solid planning and organizational skills to manage schedules, prioritize loads, and meet tight deadlines.
• Candidates should possess effective communication and customer service skills for interacting with drivers, customers, and port personnel.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with transportation or dispatch software, spreadsheets, and basic data entry tools.
• Relevant skills such as problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting are beneficial.
• Prior experience in trucking, logistics, or distribution, and knowledge of port procedures, container tracking, and safety regulations are preferred.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; additional education or certifications in logistics or transportation are a plus.
• Experience with TMS software is a plus