Dispatch Operations Specialist: Freight Coordination

The Scotts Company LLC; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life保险

401(k) company match up to 7.5%

Stock purchase at 15% discount

$600 wellness reimbursement

Fertility/adoption/surrogacy support

Up to 18 weeks family leave

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Dispatch Operations Specialist in Geismar, LA. Join our team to coordinate freight, negotiate rates, and ensure on-time deliveries across Scotts and Growing Media operations.

Responsibilities include scheduling with production, maintaining compliance, and handling inquiries from customers and drivers. Strong organization, negotiation skills, and DOT knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma
• Two years experience in a traffic or freight related field.
• Previous experience dispatching trucks
• Microsoft Office and computer skills
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with customer service orientation
• Prior Negotiation experience
• Knowledge of DOT regulations
• Knowledge of office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate freight for Scotts and Growing Media to ensure efficiency and timely deliveries.
• Negotiate freight rates with contract carriers.
• Maintain records and paperwork for compliance and bills of lading.
• Advise customers on delivery scheduling and resolve issues; coordinate with production and plants.
• Cross train for general office duties and inventory posting.
• Perform special projects and other duties as requested.

Skills

Traffic experience

Freight knowledge

Leadership

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Dispatch Operations Specialist in Geismar, LA. Join our team to coordinate freight, negotiate rates, and ensure on-time deliveries across Scotts and Growing Media operations.

Responsibilities include scheduling with production, maintaining compliance, and handling inquiries from customers and drivers. Strong organization, negotiation skills, and DOT knowledge are essential.