Senior Fleet Dispatcher

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Senior Fleet Dispatcher to coordinate a fleet of drivers and vehicles, ensuring safe, efficient, and on-time transportation operations.

You will oversee route planning, load assignments, and schedule preparation while dispatching drivers in alignment with delivery requirements, equipment availability, and Hours of Service regulations. The role also involves supervising drivers, coordinating with internal teams and external partners, and

Job description

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that’s sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. The Senior Fleet Dispatcher is responsible for the effective day-to-day coordination and management of a fleet of drivers and vehicles to ensure safe, efficient, and on-time transportation operations. You will oversee route planning, load assignments, and schedule preparation while dispatching drivers in alignment with delivery requirements, equipment availability, and Hours of Service regulations. The Senior Fleet Dispatcher serves as a key communication link between drivers, operations, and facilities, proactively resolving issues, optimizing fleet utilization, and supporting consistent service levels across the network.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 4am - 1pm
• Dispatch & Scheduling: Manage full dispatch operations, including planning routes, scheduling drivers, and adjusting weekly delivery plans to meet service requirements.
• Fleet & Driver Coordination: Supervise company-owned fleet drivers, secure freight, and resolve transportation issues to ensure safe, efficient, and on-time deliveries.
• Customer & Carrier Collaboration: Coordinate pickup and delivery appointments with internal teams, customers, and external partners to ensure alignment on availability, quantities, and delivery requirements.
• Operational Problem Solving: Identify and evaluate delivery needs based on cost, volume, and service expectations, proactively resolving transportation disruptions as they arise.
• Transportation Support: Perform additional duties as needed to support overall transportation operations and departmental objectives.

WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of the transportation industry, rate structures, and current trends.
• Execution & Organization: Strong planning, organizational, and execution skills with the ability to work independently in a complex environment.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaboration & Professionalism: Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while building strong working relationships through a respectful and approachable style.

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Associate's Degree, preferred.
• SAP and TMS experience are a plus.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May directly supervise fleet drivers.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

The expected pay range for this position is $50,000 - $70,000 annually.

Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire.

Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate's qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations.

At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package.

Learn more about our benefits package here.

Relocation Package Available

No EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people.

Good food. Responsibly.

We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities.

Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.

Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.

Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent.

We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees' children.

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world.

We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities.

Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield, Eckrich and Nathan's Famous, among many others.

For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.