Dispatcher

Lineage Logistics; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Lineage Logistics is seeking a dedicated Dispatch Coordinator to support the daily scheduling and dispatching of vehicles for loading docks and deliveries. You will collaborate with the Transportation Team to route shipments and maintain dispatch records, ensuring on-time service for customers and compliance with hours-of-service rules.

Ideal candidates have shipping or transportation coordination experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with standard software.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping or transportation coordination environment.
• Willingness to learn transportation management software.
• Proficient Microsoft Office and ability to interact with customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dispatch schedule for drivers and equipment daily to meet on-time service targets.
• Establish collaborative relationships with carriers to optimize usage.
• Use dynamic routing to efficiently route outbound shipments.
• Create and maintain inbound/outbound orders in the dispatch system.
• Monitor drivers' hours to prevent violations and manage workload.

Skills

Dispatch coordination

Carrier relationships

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Transportation software

Job description

Shift - Monday - (3am - 11am) Tuesday - (1:30am - 11am) Wednesday - Friday - (1:30am - 10am)Support the daily scheduling and dispatching of vehicles into and out of loading docks and from the facility for delivery of materials and freight. Provide assistance to the Lineage Transportation Team.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPrepare dispatch schedule for drivers and equipment daily to achieve customers on time service requirementsEstablish and maintain collaborative relationships with carriers to ensure effective usageUse dynamic routing system to efficiently route product outboundCreate and maintain inbound and outbound orders in the dispatch systemMonitor drivers' hours to ensure appropriate workload to prevent violationsCoordinate and communicate changes to delivery and backhaul assignments to accommodate for unforeseen circumstances such as late truck arrival, breakdowns, or last-minute customer requestsAddress matters that arise and provide recommendations to solve issues in order to meet customer business needsIdentify continuous improvement opportunities for productivity, efficiency, and customer serviceADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)High School diploma or GEDExperience in shipping or transportation coordination environment experience or relevant certificationBasic knowledge of shipping and transportation operations and familiarity with import and export processesWillingness to learn transportation management softwareProficient computer skills including Microsoft Office SuiteExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customersExcellent organizational skills and the ability to function in a fast paced, highly visible, and changing environmentExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to deal with ambiguityWhy Lineage?This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers' requirements. Beyond that, you'll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We'll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.BenefitsLineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.Organic