Specialist, Dispatch Operations

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Louisiana; On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) match up to 7.5%

Company stock purchase option

Wellness reimbursement

Fertility/adoption support

Paid family leave

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro in Geismar, LA is seeking a Dispatch Operations Specialist to coordinate freight for our Growing Media operations. You will negotiate rates, track shipments, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations while supporting office tasks and production scheduling.

The role requires a high school diploma and 2+ years in traffic or freight, with strong leadership and communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Monday–Friday, full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Two years of traffic or freight experience.
• Prior dispatching trucks experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer use.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a customer-service focus.
• Prior negotiation experience.
• Knowledge of state, local and federal DOT regulations.
• Knowledge of standard office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate freight for Scotts and Growing Media to maximize efficiency and ensure timely deliveries.
• Negotiate freight rates with contract carriers.
• Maintain records and paperwork for private fleet and contract carriers to stay compliant with regulations.
• Advise customers on delivery scheduling and order issues; develop production schedules with Production Supervisor.
• Assist with general office duties and production entry tasks as needed.
• Support special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Customer service orientation

Negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Specialist, Dispatch Operations### Specialist, Dispatch OperationsApply: Geismar, LA: Full time: Posted Today: R26700Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!The hourly rate pay for this position at Scotts will generally fall between $31.25 - 42.30 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.**We are looking for a Dispatch Operations Specialist to join our ScottsMiracle-Gro team in Geismar, LA!****In this role you will:*** Coordinate Scotts and Growing Media freight ensuring maximum efficiency as well as timely deliveries.* Negotiate freight rates with contract carriers.* Maintain and processes all necessary records and paperwork to ensure that private fleet as well as contract carriers are in compliance with state, federal and local regulations. Confirm and/or process orders and bills of lading.* Advise customers on delivery scheduling and order problems; develop production schedules in conjunction with the Production Supervisor; work with production personnel and other Growing Media Plants to coordinate shipments; responds to inquiries from customers, truck drivers, corporate personnel, etc.* Cross train and fill in the general office duties such as scale operation, AP fill in, production entry fill in, inventory posting fill in or other general tasks as needed.* Perform special projects and other office duties as requested. **What you'll need to be successful:*** A High School Diploma* Two years experience in a traffic or freight related field.* Previous experience dispatching trucks* Microsoft Office and computer skills* Strong leadership and communication skills* The ability to manage multiple priorities at once with a strong customer service orientation* Prior Negotiation experience* Knowledge of state, local and federal DOT regulations* Knowledge of office procedures.**What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):*** Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date* Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support* 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting* Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value* $600 annual wellness reimbursement program* Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy* Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family* To view all of our great benefits, click here!*\\* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.*