Freight Dispatcher

Sandhills South Africa; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandhills Global in Lincoln, NE seeks a Freight Dispatcher to oversee logistics operations, vet carriers, onboard new carriers, and ensure documentation such as Bills of Lading and Proof of Delivery are accurate. You will communicate with carriers, dispatchers, and drivers to maintain smooth deliveries and regulatory compliance.

This in-office role requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a willingness to learn Sandhills processes and industry

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Marketing, Logistics, or related field preferred but not required
• Experience in Transportation or Logistics industries or ability to learn
• Able to follow all applicable laws and regulations in the industry
• Excellent proactive problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and communicate within a team environment

Responsibilities

• Dispatch and Fleet Coordination
• Tracking and Support
• Compliance and Documentation
• Communication with carriers, dispatchers and drivers
• Problem solving in a fast-paced environment
• Learn Sandhills processes, systems and products
• Learn transportation-related systems
• Follow all applicable laws and regulations in the industry

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Team communication

Flexibility

Regulatory compliance

Driver's license

Learning agility

Stable work history

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree or equivalent

Job description

Freight Dispatcher

Lincoln, Nebraska, USA

LOCATION: Lincoln, NE

DEPARTMENT: Need a Hauler Department

HOURS: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

(Flexible- some evening and weekend hours required)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Marketing, Logistics, or related field preferred but not required
• Experience and/or knowledge in the Transportation or Logistics industries or ability to learn
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage fast-paced, high-pressure challenges
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to learn Sandhills systems and processes
• Ability to follow all applicable laws and regulations in the industry
• Excellent proactive problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and communicate within a team environment
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Strong basic computer and phone skills
• Flexible and open to change
• Stable and progressive work history
• Results oriented
• In Office Position. Ability to commute daily to local office is required.
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to travel both air and surface – valid driver’s license required
• Industry knowledge preferred but not required

Description

The Freight Dispatcher will be responsible for many aspects of the logistics operations at Sandhills Global. They will be the main source of carrier vetting and verification. They also will be the individual to onboard all new carriers. There will be frequent communication with carriers dispatchers and drivers to ensure a smooth delivery process. Freight Dispatchers will verify critical shipping paperwork including Bills of Lading, Rate Confirmation, Proof of Delivery, and driver logs. This role requires a high attention to detail as ensuring all proper documentation of the freight loads is completed and received. They will need to ensure strict adherence to the Department of Transportation and FMCSA regulations. The Freight Dispatcher will verify the load pick up and delivery along with this. Assume other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties And Tasks

• Dispatch and Fleet Coordination
• Tracking and Support
• Compliance and Documentation
• Communication skills in person, over email and on the phone
• Problem Solving skills in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to learn Sandhills process, systems and products
• Technical skills to learn and gain proficiency in transportation related system
• Ability to follow all applicable laws and regulations in the industry