Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Dispatch/Load Tracer to join our operations team. In this vital role, you will coordinate freight movements, monitor shipments, and ensure timely delivery by utilizing advanced transportation management systems and tracking technologies. Your expertise in supply chain operations and transportation planning will help optimize our logistics processes, enhance communication across teams, and maintain accurate data entry. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong organizational skills, and enjoy problem-solving, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to a dynamic logistics operation.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and track freight shipments using GPS, GIS (Geographic Information Systems), and transportation management systems
- Coordinate dispatch activities by assisting drivers or carriers, ensuring efficient routing and timely deliveries.
- Maintain real-time communication with drivers, carriers, and internal teams via phone systems and phone call management protocols.
- Manage shipping & receiving documentation, update freight statuses, and perform data entry accurately within logistics software l
- Analyze shipment data to identify delays or issues, proactively resolving problems through effective communication and dispatch adjustments.
- Utilize analysis skills to optimize routes, improve fleet management efficiency, and support supply chain operations.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies during dispatching activities while maintaining excellent phone etiquette and professional communication skills.
Qualifications
- Proven experience with transportation planning, dispatching, or logistics coordination in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong knowledge of GIS, GPS tracking, transportation management systems
- Familiarity with freight shipping & receiving procedures, fleet management practices, and 3PL (third-party logistics) operations.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Effective communication skills for interacting with drivers, carriers, vendors, and internal teams via phone calls or digital platforms.
- Basic typing skills for data entry tasks
- Analysis skills to interpret transportation data for operational improvements.
- Knowledge of supply chain concepts and transportation planning principles is highly desirable.
Join us to be part of a vibrant team that keeps our supply chain moving smoothly! We value energetic professionals who are eager to make an impact through their dispatching expertise while supporting our commitment to excellence in logistics operations.
Benefits:
Work Location: Remote