Logistics Dispatcher — Lead Routes & Service

Central Transport; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical/Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Job summary

Central Transport is seeking a results-driven, technically proficient professional to join our Kansas City operations. You will relay information between drivers, vendors, and terminal managers, and review routes to optimize efficiency while monitoring live freight.

The role emphasizes safety, KPI achievement, and a customer-centric service mindset. Ideal candidates bring leadership qualities, strong communication, and a comfort with technology.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transportation, cross docking, or shipping and receiving environment (preferably within the LTL industry).
• Strong leadership qualities and ability to surround customers with excellence in service.
• High aptitude for technology and capability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Associates/Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Relay critical information between drivers and vendors/Terminal Managers.
• Review and revise driver routes to increase efficiencies amid changing workloads.
• Monitor freight in transit and assist drivers with road-related issues.
• Ensure KPI goals are met and safety standards (DOT/OSHA) are followed.
• Support a culture of quality in product/service for internal and external customers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Tech aptitude

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Education

Assoc./Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Central Transport is seeking a results-driven, technically proficient professional to join our Kansas City operations. You will relay information between drivers, vendors, and terminal managers, and review routes to optimize efficiency while monitoring live freight.

The role emphasizes safety, KPI achievement, and a customer-centric service mindset. Ideal candidates bring leadership qualities, strong communication, and a comfort with technology.