Dispatcher

EIKON-X; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Hybrid schedule (4 days in office, 1 W

Job summary

EIKON-X is seeking an experienced Dispatcher in Houston to join a fast-growing logistics and transportation team. You will coordinate and dispatch freight, communicate with drivers and customers, and monitor loads to keep shipments on schedule.

In this hybrid role, you will partner with carriers and internal teams, assist with load planning, and seek opportunities to improve margins and service. Prior trucking/logistics experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in dispatch, transportation, trucking, freight, or logistics.
• Experience with carriers, drivers, or transportation providers.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple loads in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with TMS or transportation software is a plus.
• Brokerage or 3PL experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and dispatch freight to ensure loads are on schedule.
• Communicate with drivers, carriers, customers, and internal teams.
• Track active loads and address delays or changes.
• Coordinate pickup/delivery details and required documentation.
• Build relationships with carriers and transportation partners.
• Assist with load planning and day-to-day operations.
• Support carrier and brokerage operations as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve margins and efficiency.

Skills

Dispatch

Transportation

Freight

Logistics

Carriers

Drivers

Industry knowledge

TMS software

Brokerage/3PL

Tools

TMS software

Job description

We’re partnering with a fast-growing logistics and transportation company in Houston to find an experienced Dispatcher to join their team. This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in dispatch, trucking, freight, or logistics who wants to take on more responsibility and have a direct impact on the operation.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and dispatch freight while ensuring loads are handled efficiently and on schedule
• Communicate with drivers, carriers, customers, and internal teams throughout the shipment process
• Track active loads and proactively address delays, issues, or changes
• Coordinate pickup and delivery details and ensure required documentation is completed
• Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers and transportation partners
• Assist with load planning, scheduling, and day-to-day transportation operations
• Help ensure loads are completed accurately and efficiently from pickup through delivery
• Support both carrier and brokerage operations as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve margins, service, and operational efficiency

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in dispatch, transportation, trucking, freight, or logistics
• Experience working with carriers, drivers, or transportation providers
• Understanding of the freight/transportation industry
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple loads and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think quickly when issues arise
• Comfortable working in an office-based, team-oriented environment
• Experience with a TMS or transportation software is a plus
• Brokerage or 3PL experience is a plus

Compensation & Schedule

• $60,000-$70,000 base salary, depending on experience
• Dispatchers are currently averaging $100K+ in total compensation based on margins/bonus
• Hybrid Schedule - 4 Days in Office | 1 Day Work From Home