Supervisor, Dispatch

Roadrunner; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Roadrunner in Chicago, IL is seeking a Supervisor, Dispatch to lead daily dispatch operations and coordinate driver performance in a fast-paced freight network. You will oversee terminal load plans, assign pickups, manage appointments, and ensure real-time visibility into freight movement with accuracy and urgency.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 1–2+ years in dispatch or logistics, strong written and verbal communication, and proficiency with email, databases,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 1–2+ years of dispatch, transportation, logistics, or related experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret instructions, prepare reports and work with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily dispatch operations and oversee terminal load plans for efficiency.
• Coordinate pickups, appointments, and driver performance with urgency and accuracy.
• Maintain real-time visibility into freight movement and driver status.
• Provide guidance to contractors and resolve operational challenges.
• Administer dispatch systems and ensure compliant documentation and logs.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Prioritization

System thinking

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

AS/400

Email/Databases

Spreadsheets

Job description

The Supervisor, Dispatch plays a mission‑critical role in ensuring the precision, reliability, and speed that define our long‑haul LTL network. As customer expectations rise and freight volumes scale, this role anchors the daily operational rhythm that keeps our metro‑to‑metro model running with discipline and consistency.You will manage the flow of pickups, appointments, and driver coordination across a complex, time‑sensitive environment. Success means every load is planned intelligently, every customer is served on time, and every driver has the information and support needed to execute safely and efficiently. This role exists to protect service integrity, strengthen operational performance, and elevate the customer experience across the network.What you’ll do1. Lead daily dispatch operationsOversee terminal load plans to ensure efficient routing and optimal asset utilizationPrioritize and assign pickups to maximize service performance and customer satisfactionEnsure all scheduled pickups are completed, and exceptions are escalated quicklyManage pickup and delivery appointments with accuracy and urgencyMaintain real‑time visibility into freight movement and driver status2. Coordinate driver and contractor performanceProvide timely guidance, support, and safety information to Independent ContractorsIssue driver advances for breakdowns and unloading needs in accordance with policyCommunicate delays, incidents, and breakdowns to origin and destination terminalsPartner with drivers and freight handlers to resolve operational challengesReinforce company standards through consistent coaching and leadership3. Strengthen systems, tracking, and complianceAdminister dispatch and tracking systems to ensure accurate, real‑time dataMaintain documentation, reports, and communication logs with precisionApply company policies consistently and escalate issues appropriatelySupport continuous improvement initiatives across dispatch workflowsEnsure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational requirements4. Elevate customer experienceAnswer inbound pickup calls and provide clear, timely informationResolve customer issues with professionalism and ownershipCoordinate with terminals, contractors, and corporate teams to ensure service reliabilityProtect customer commitments through proactive problem‑solvingRepresent the company with confidence and operational expertise5. Lead with accountability and operational disciplineProvide leadership through example, knowledge‑sharing, and consistent follow‑throughDelegate tasks effectively while maintaining high standards of executionSupport training and development of dispatch personnelDrive a culture of accuracy, responsiveness, and operational excellenceContribute to a high‑performance environment aligned with business goalsWhat you bringBachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience1–2+ years of dispatch, transportation, logistics, or related operational experienceStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedural documentationExperience preparing reports, correspondence, and operational documentationAbility to communicate effectively with terminals, contractors, law enforcement, and customersStrong analytical skills, including ability to calculate percentages, proportions, and basic geometryProven ability to solve practical problems in dynamic, non‑standardized environmentsAbility to prioritize, organize, and delegate assignments in a fast‑moving operationProficiency with email, databases, spreadsheets, and general PC applicationsPreferred: AS/400 experiencePreferred: Experience supervising personnel, training, and performance managementAverage typing, filing, and ten‑key skillsHow you operateYou think in systems, not tasksYou stay calm, clear, and decisive under pressureYou challenge assumptions constructively and seek better ways to operateYou own outcomes, not activityYou move quickly without sacrificing accuracyYou communicate with clarity, confidence, and purposeYou anticipate issues before they become problemsYou lead with accountability and follow‑throughYou build trust through consistency and operational disciplineCompensation & Setup$60,000–$65,000 base salaryOnsite – Chicago, ILFull benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTOPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical DemandsHeavy physical activity performing strenuous daily activities of a primarily productive/technical nature.While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, balance, reach/handle items, work with fingers, have color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and talk and hear others in conversations via the phone or in person.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Moderate office noise levelOnsite environment* The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the position and are not intended to be all inclusive. The position and any of the requirements listed above are subject to change at any time according to the changing needs of the company.* Roadrunner is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.* We will not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters or recruiting agencies. Thank you!#LI-OnsiteChicago, ILAbout RoadrunnerRoadrunner is for ambitious, smart people who excel at execution over talking about it, and who would rather invent the next standard in freight than accept the status quo.We are looking for the Best of the Best. Action driven leaders who want to be part of real change and help design the future of LTL in the U.S. This is a place where high performers can grow, influence outcomes, and make an impact while working directly with executives and smart people from across industries.We bring a winner mindset. We take ownership, raise the bar, and measure ourselves by results. We Run Safe. We Run Smart. We Run Together. These principles create an environment of high standards, clear ownership, and direct collaboration. We trust data over intuition, move with urgency, and hold each other accountable because winning requires it.Roadrunner exists to prove that LTL can be better than the industry has settled for. To be the best means we need to think bigger, look outside the box, and question every assumption: too many handoffs, limited visibility, and the quiet belief that “this is just how it works.” We rejected that story. We built a proprietary Smart Network for direct, long haul, metro to metro service that delivers fewer touches, faster transit, real time visibility, and genuine accountability. We are the most tech forward company in LTL, and we are not finished widening the gap.The foundation is already strong. Recognized as one of Built In Chicago’s Best Large Places to Work. Earning top marks for improvement, quality, and service. The real opportunity is still ahead: helping invent what comes next.If you want to be evaluated among the Best of the Best and help set the new standard in LTL, we should talk.