Freight Dispatch & Logistics Specialist

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, lifeInsurance

401(k) company match

Stock purchase plan

Wellness reimbursement program

Fertility/adoption support

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, SIC

Family leave up to 18 weeks

Job summary

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company in Geismar, LA is seeking a Dispatch Operations Specialist to coordinate freight, negotiate rates, and ensure timely deliveries. You will manage records for private fleet and contract carriers, advise customers on scheduling, and support production with shipment coordination. Strong communication and multitasking are essential.

This role offers competitive benefits and a path for career growth within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Two years experience in a traffic or freight related field.
• Experience dispatching trucks required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a strong customer service orientation.
• Negotiation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of state, local and federal DOT regulations.
• Knowledge of office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate freight for Scotts and Growing Media for maximum efficiency and timely deliveries.
• Negotiate freight rates with contract carriers.
• Maintain and process records and paperwork for private fleet and contract carriers in compliance with regulations; confirm/process orders and bills of lading.
• Advise customers on delivery scheduling and order problems; develop production schedules with the Production Supervisor; coordinate shipments with other plants.
• Cross train and fill in general office duties such as scale operation, AP, production entry, inventory posting, and other tasks.
• Perform special projects and other office duties as requested.

Skills

Freight dispatch

Negotiation

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

DOT regulations knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company in Geismar, LA is seeking a Dispatch Operations Specialist to coordinate freight, negotiate rates, and ensure timely deliveries. You will manage records for private fleet and contract carriers, advise customers on scheduling, and support production with shipment coordination. Strong communication and multitasking are essential.

This role offers competitive benefits and a path for career growth within a growing organization.