Night Freight Dispatcher — Plan, Optimize & Deliver

Kenan Advantage Group (KAG); Canton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenan Advantage Group (KAG) in Canton, OH seeks a logistics dispatcher to streamline the freight transportation process, focusing on reducing shipping time and maximizing loads. You will coordinate with dispatchers and fleet managers to plan, schedule, and optimize operations.

Ideal candidates will have strong problem solving, teamwork, and excellent communication skills, with the ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing demands while ensuring on-time deliveries and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent business experience.
• Logistics dispatch/scheduling experience preferred.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft.
• Ability to solve problems and work in high pressure situations, using independent judgement and discretion.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Excellent personal skills and positive attitude.
• Ability to work in high-demand environment; adaptability to change.

Responsibilities

• Partner with dispatchers and fleet managers to plan and carry out shipping operations.
• Develop daily operating plan with emphasis on achieving established department KPI's.
• Evaluate current operating plan and create future plans with focus on payload, on-time deliveries, and loaded mile percentage.
• Engage and collaborate daily with Scheduling Team Leader(s) on opportunities of growth and improvement for KAG assets.
• Assess and adjust current and future operating plans to maximize growth, efficiency and safety.
• Solicit new and existing customers for freight opportunities.
• Update known sourcing as changes occur and revise daily operating plan as necessary to ensure operational efficiency.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the overall efficiency and success of business operations.
• Communicate effectively with customers, drivers, dispatchers, and other departments to ensure a smooth and efficient operation.
• Manage day-to-day operations of up to 75 drivers.
• Coordinate maintenance issues/needs with Terminal Managers and Lead Technicians.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

High-pressure environments

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kenan Advantage Group (KAG) in Canton, OH seeks a logistics dispatcher to streamline the freight transportation process, focusing on reducing shipping time and maximizing loads. You will coordinate with dispatchers and fleet managers to plan, schedule, and optimize operations.

Ideal candidates will have strong problem solving, teamwork, and excellent communication skills, with the ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing demands while ensuring on-time deliveries and safety.