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

Del Monte Fresh Produce Company Na Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Life & disability insurance

FSAs

PTO

Holidays

Telemedicine & EAP

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. in Dallas, TX seeks a US Traffic/Logistics professional for full-time dispatch and freight coordination. You will negotiate rates, dispatch freight, and support sales while maintaining high accuracy and on-time performance.

Requirements include 3-6 years in transportation and strong communication skills; MS Office proficiency is expected. The role demands a fast-paced environment and leadership duties as needed.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of transportation and 3rd party dispatch experience.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to negotiate rates with carriers and brokers.
• Proven problem solving and investigative abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers.
• Dispatch freight and support sales and commodity group managers.
• Negotiate carrier/broker rates for expedited loads and new lanes.
• Maintain 98%+ billing and dispatch accuracy.
• Coordinate dispatch between carriers, drivers, dispatch, and sales.
• Update carrier/driver locations and track loads.

Skills

Transportation experience

3rd party dispatch experience

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

High-volume phone skills

MS Office proficiency

Customer service skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook/Email

Job description

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US Traffic/Logistics Full Time Dallas FC, Dallas, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2650

Benefits We Offer Include:

• 401(k) with company match
• Employer‑paid 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.