Senior Dispatcher: LTL Operations Lead & Route Optimizer

Central Transport; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical/Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Job summary

Central Transport is a nationwide LTL carrier delivering reliable service with a modern fleet and expansive terminal network. This role supports operations with shift hours from 9:00am to 7:00pm, Mon-Fri, coordinating drivers, routes, and KPI performance to ensure timely and safe deliveries.

The ideal candidate has experience in transportation or shipping environments, strong leadership, and a tech-savvy mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation, cross docking, or shipping environment; LTL preferred
• Strong leadership qualities
• Desire to surround customers with excellence in service
• High aptitude for technology
• Ability to multi-task while being detail oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Relaying critical information between drivers and vendors/Terminal Managers
• Review and revise driver routes to increase efficiencies while monitoring workload
• Being aware of freight in transit
• Assist drivers with issues on the road (e.g. flat tires)
• Ensure KPI goals are met and/or exceeded
• Maintain a safe work environment compliant with DOT/OSHA standards
• Provide/support a culture of excellence in product quality for customers

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Tech-savvy

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Verbal communication

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Central Transport is a nationwide LTL carrier delivering reliable service with a modern fleet and expansive terminal network. This role supports operations with shift hours from 9:00am to 7:00pm, Mon-Fri, coordinating drivers, routes, and KPI performance to ensure timely and safe deliveries.

The ideal candidate has experience in transportation or shipping environments, strong leadership, and a tech-savvy mindset.