Night Dispatch Lead: Freight & Route Coordination

Paycom

Ruther Glen (VA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Job summary

Paycom in Virginia is seeking a capable dispatcher/Load Planner to coordinate owner-operators and third-party carriers, ensuring efficient freight movement from the distribution center to receivers. You will monitor load readiness, schedule deliveries, and communicate ETAs to receivers.

The role emphasizes strong organization, multi-tasking, and customer service, with duties including real-time data entry, routing, and handling interruptions due to weather or equipment issues.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED; 2–3 years of distribution/transport experience preferred.
  • Strong multitasking and organizational abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and coordinate owner operators and third-party carriers.
  • Monitor load readiness and coordinate delivery times with locations.
  • Advise on driver ETAs and re-route to maintain on-time delivery.
  • Prepare routing and delivery instructions for third-party drivers.
  • Maintain real-time load progress and update reports daily.
  • Maintain compliance with hours-of-service regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills
Multitasking
Effective communication
Customer service
Problem solving
Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Routing software
GPS/tracking system
Load planning software

Job description

Paycom in Virginia is seeking a capable dispatcher/Load Planner to coordinate owner-operators and third-party carriers, ensuring efficient freight movement from the distribution center to receivers. You will monitor load readiness, schedule deliveries, and communicate ETAs to receivers.

The role emphasizes strong organization, multi-tasking, and customer service, with duties including real-time data entry, routing, and handling interruptions due to weather or equipment issues.

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