Road Transport Dispatch Supervisor | Weekend Ops Leader

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics in the United States is seeking a Supervisor, Dispatch for Road Transport US to oversee weekend coverage, dispatch functions, and driver management across local and regional lanes.

You will ensure safe, compliant freight movement, coordinate with maintenance, safety, and sales teams, and lead dispatch huddles while maintaining strong customer service and operational accuracy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of transportation, logistics, or dispatch operations experience.
• 2+ years of experience supervising drivers, dispatchers, or fleet operations.
• Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and HOS regulations.
• Experience using TMS systems, ELDs, routing tools, and load tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Back-up to the Manager, providing operational leadership Mon-Fri.
• Lead dispatchers and operators for weekend operations.
• Ensure freight assignments, routing, and driver dispatch are executed safely and efficiently.
• Oversee route planning, driver utilization, HOS compliance, and timeline adherence.
• Communicate with customers, brokers, and internal teams to ensure on-time pickups and deliveries.
• Monitor and improve operational KPIs (on-time %, driver utilization, deadhead, dwell time).
• Support driver performance management, including service issues, attendance, and safety compliance.
• Coordinate with maintenance to ensure equipment availability and readiness.
• Participate in accident/incident investigations and collaborate with Safety for follow-up actions.
• Lead dispatch huddles, operational updates, and communication with drivers and support staff.
• Address escalations quickly and effectively to ensure weekend operational continuity.
• Work with Road Management to support productivity targets and dispatch reporting.
• Partner with Sales to support customer retention and identify operational opportunities.
• Assist with settlement disputes, documentation accuracy, and load tracking issues.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

DOT regulations

TMS systems

HOS compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Business/Logistics (preferred)

Tools

TMS systems

ELDs

Routing tools

Load tracking systems

Job description

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics in the United States is seeking a Supervisor, Dispatch for Road Transport US to oversee weekend coverage, dispatch functions, and driver management across local and regional lanes.

You will ensure safe, compliant freight movement, coordinate with maintenance, safety, and sales teams, and lead dispatch huddles while maintaining strong customer service and operational accuracy.