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Tavor Perry is seeking an experienced Truck Dispatcher to manage the full dispatch cycle for our trucking operation, from sourcing profitable loads to ensuring timely payment. You will be the brokers' main contact, taking calls and handling paperwork so our driver can focus on the road.
The ideal candidate negotiates rates, analyzes lane profitability (rate per mile, deadhead, fuel costs), and uses load boards such as DAT and Truckstop.com to keep the truck booked.
We're hoping to welcome an experienced Truck Dispatcher to run the entire dispatch cycle for our trucking operation, from tracking down and negotiating profitable loads to making sure every delivery is paid. You'll be the brokers' main contact, taking calls and handling paperwork so our driver can keep his attention on the road. The best fit is a confident negotiator with strong phone skills, a sharp head for numbers, and practical experience with US load boards.
Find loads on load boards such as DAT and Truckstop.com to keep the truck booked consistently
Analyze lane profitability by working out rate per mile, deadhead, fuel costs, and next-load potential before booking
Bargain with brokers to secure the best possible rate on every load
Book loads and finalize pickup and delivery details with brokers and shippers
Handle inbound broker calls for the driver while he is on the road
Make check calls and track loads in transit, sending brokers timely status updates
Check rate confirmations for accuracy before sign-off, and manage BOLs and other load documents
Fill in carrier packets and broker setup paperwork
Gather and organize post-delivery paperwork, including signed BOLs and PODs
Issue invoices promptly after delivery and follow up to secure timely payment
Established experience as a truck dispatcher for US carriers
Practical experience with load boards such as DAT or Truckstop.com
Strong rate negotiation skills with freight brokers
Ability to work out rate per mile and assess lane profitability, including deadhead and fuel costs
Working knowledge of rate confirmations, BOLs, PODs, and carrier packets
Excellent spoken English and confidence on live broker calls
Background in load tracking, check calls, and freight invoicing
Accountable, careful, and self-directed
Solid communication skills and the ability to make sound decisions on the spot
Experience dispatching for owner-operators or small fleets
Understanding of factoring companies and their submission process
Experience with broker credit checks and carrier onboarding platforms
Basic knowledge of Hours of Service (HOS) rules and trip planning
Understanding of invoicing tools such as QuickBooks or similar software
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and priorities under time pressure
You'll partner directly with the owner and be central to the business's success, with genuine ownership over which loads we take and what we earn. We value initiative, clear communication, and people who care for the business as if it were theirs. This is a great fit for a dispatcher who wants to make a visible impact and grow with a hands-on team.