Airport Freight Dispatcher – Cold Chain & Logistics

MWI Buying Group; Kearny (NJ); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a logistics associate to manage freight recovery, packaging prep, and cold chain oversight at airports. You will coordinate drivers, monitor shipments, and ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years related experience, strong communication, and proficient computer skills. The role requires occasional overtime and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• General educational knowledge normally acquired through a high school diploma or GED.
• 2 to 3 years’ experience in related field.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the recovery and tender of freight at local airports.
• Breakdown freight when it returns to office.
• Monitor drivers to ensure customer pickup and delivery expectations are met.
• Assist in the preparation of packaging materials and cold chain supplies when required by clients for pick up.
• Monitor and maintain cold chain for all shipments arriving at the airports and freight held at office awaiting instructions/clearance for delivery.
• Ensure that freight is recovered in a timely manner and all special delivery instructions and pickup instructions are communicated to our drivers and followed.
• Monitor, respond to and action personal and group email accounts in a timely manner.
• Monitor all “On-Hold” shipments for export and/or delivery approval.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Sense of urgency

Excellent written and verbal skills

Proficient computer skills

Ability to lift 75 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Cencora is seeking a logistics associate to manage freight recovery, packaging prep, and cold chain oversight at airports. You will coordinate drivers, monitor shipments, and ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years related experience, strong communication, and proficient computer skills. The role requires occasional overtime and a flexible schedule.