What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trucking Company Dispatcher position at SOUTHERN HAULERS, LLC.?
Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Trucking Company Dispatcher to coordinate and manage daily freight operations efficiently. In this vital role, you will serve as the communication hub between drivers, clients, and logistics teams, ensuring timely deliveries and optimal fleet utilization. Your proactive approach and strong organizational skills will drive smooth transportation planning, enhance supply chain performance, and support overall company success. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of logistics operations, making a tangible impact on our service excellence.
Duties
- Coordinate daily dispatch activities by assigning freight loads to drivers based on delivery schedules, driver availability, and route optimization using transportation management systems such as PortPro or Port TMS.
- Utilize GPS and Tracking tools to monitor vehicle locations, plan routes, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Communicate effectively with drivers via multi-line phone systems, maintaining clear and professional phone etiquette while providing directions, updates, and support.
- Enter data accurately into transportation management systems, including freight details, delivery statuses, and shipment documentation for shipping & receiving processes.
- Manage freight scheduling by coordinating pickups and deliveries with shippers, receivers, 3PL providers, and internal teams to optimize supply chain flow.
- Maintain fleet management records by tracking vehicle maintenance schedules, driver logs, and compliance documentation using TMS and PortPro TMS Software.
- Support shipping & receiving operations by verifying shipment details, processing paperwork, and ensuring proper documentation for freight movements.
- Assist in transportation planning by analyzing logistics data to identify efficiencies, reduce costs, and improve overall dispatching effectiveness.
Experience
- Proven experience in dispatching within a trucking or logistics environment is highly preferred.
- Strong familiarity with transportation management systems.
- Knowledge of GPS technology, Trucking Industry Softwares, Google Drive and Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle multi-line phone systems professionally while maintaining high levels of phone etiquette.
- Demonstrated analysis skills for evaluating logistics data to improve efficiency and streamline operations.
- Experience with freight coordination, shipping & receiving procedures, and supply chain processes is advantageous.
- Ability to perform data entry accurately under tight deadlines while managing multiple priorities effectively. Join us as a Trucking Company Dispatcher where your proactive coordination fuels our logistics success! Your expertise will keep our fleet moving smoothly while supporting a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in transportation management.
Pay: From $600.00 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $600