Transportation Specialist (Sat - Wed) After Hours 9pm-6am

Del Monte Foods; Dallas (TX); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid life & disability 보험

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

7 Company Paid Holidays

Telemedicine & Employee Assistance

Voluntary benefits (legal, accident,ID

Optional voluntary benefits (legal,事故,

Zusammenfassung

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is seeking a Logistics Dispatcher to oversee freight coordination and ensure seamless operations. You will model company values such as respect, integrity, and safety while thriving in a fast-paced environment with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

You will dispatch loads, negotiate carrier rates, and maintain high accuracy in billing and load tendering. The role requires 50+ hours weekly, excellent communication, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifikationen

• High School diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• 3-6 years of transportation and third-party dispatch experience.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to negotiate rates with carriers and manage schedules.

Aufgaben

• Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers.
• Dispatch company-controlled freight and support sales and commodity group managers.
• Negotiate rates with carriers/brokers for expedited loads and new lanes.
• Meet or exceed rate expectations as defined by corporate pricing.
• Maintain billing and dispatch accuracy of 98% or greater.
• Coordinate dispatch between carriers, drivers, and sales.

Kenntnisse

Dispatch experience

Carrier negotiation

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication

MS Office proficiency

High-volume phone skills

Ausbildung

High School diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

Email

Load boards

Jobbeschreibung

Benefits We Offer Include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employerpaid life & disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 7 Company Paid Holidays
• 24/7 Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program
• Optional voluntary benefits (legal, accident, identity protection)
• Eligibility on the first of the month following your hire date

Purpose of Position:

Oversee the coordination of Tricont Logistics freight, ensuring seamless operations. Serve as a role model by embodying the company's core values, including respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and a commitment to the safety of oneself and others. This position demands the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Accountabilities:

• Provide superior customer service to both internal and external customers by exceeding their expectations.
• Dispatch Company controlled freight and support of sales and commodity group managers.
• Negotiating rates with Carriers/Broker for expedited loads, re-routes, and new lanes
• Meet or exceed rate expectations as defined by corporate pricing
• Maintain billing and dispatch accuracy of 98% or greater
• Dispatch/coordinate between carriers/ drivers/dispatch and sales
• Post freight on various load boards and call carriers/broker to book loads
• Confirm/verify rate via load tendering process
• Verify carrier is set up and Del Monte Carrier/Broker standards
• Follow company policy for processes and procedures
• Managing demurrage, detention, layover, and other accessorial costs in accordance with company process and solve driver/carrier/broker issues
• Update/track carrier/driver location information within company guidelines, report issues accordingly.
• Back up other dispatch positions
• Assist Manager or Director, Logistics Services in leadership duties and reports when instructed
• Problem solve driver/carrier issues
• Maintain on time Pick-Up and Delivery performance of 98% or better.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills Required:

• Work hours - 50 + hours per week as needed (Sat - Wed) After Hours 9pm-6am
• High School diploma or GED, but college degree preferred
• 3-6 years of transportation and 3rd party dispatch experience in sourcing and developing carriers and routing.
• Work independently, great communicator & customer service skills
• Negotiation skills
• Problem solving/Investigation skills
• Ability to coordinate high volume phone skills
• Computer experience with Microsoft products like excel and email
• Accurate typing skills
• Preferred transportation experience
• High School Degree/ College Degree
• Data Entry & high-volume phone skills
• Good/Great Communicator & customer service skills
• Problem Solving/Investigation
• Computer experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to resolve conflicts
• Ability to organize/prioritize variety of tasks/projects
• MS Office Skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)

***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses. ***

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts-available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we've proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.

We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values-Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity-we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.