Posted 8 days ago
Dispatcher
AI Summary
Coordinates day-to-day shipments as a Dispatch Operations Representative at a third-party logistics provider, entering orders, tracking drivers, communicating with carriers, and monitoring freight for customer satisfaction.
About this role
Dispatcher
Circle Logistics is a third-party logistics (3PL) firm focused on delivering three core promises to our customers:
- No Fail Service
- Personalized Communication
- Innovative Solutions
We leverage technology, industry experience, and employee ingenuity to provide industry-leading transportation solutions that keep America moving.
As a Dispatch Operations Representative, you will work in a fast-paced environment coordinating our day-to-day shipments and support the efforts of our office by providing visibility and maintaining accurate documentation for all loads. The key responsibilities of this role are to provide clear and concise communication, troubleshoot customer concerns and to proactively monitor the movement of freight to ensure customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities:
- Enter new load orders into our proprietary web-based software
- Initiate “check calls” to track and trace drivers on all pickups and deliveries
- Communicate correspondence with drivers internally to ensure accurate documentation
- Closely monitor freight via multiple detailed websites to ensure accurate delivery times and to notify customers of potential delays
- Maintain and collect proper paperwork for each shipment
- Work cooperatively with Sales to provide solutions for customers’ needs and resolve issues
- Provide and negotiate freight rates to carriers
- Manage daily shipments to ensure timely pick-up and delivery
- Procurement of new carriers based on volume and lane density
Benefits:
- Room for advancement in a fast growing company that promotes from within
- On-site training and career development
- Casual dress code
- Health, vision, and dental insurance benefits
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid holidays and paid time off
Qualifications
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- 1-3 years of work experience in customer service, operations, data entry, call center, dispatch or logistics
- Must have strong attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize, balance, and organize information while completing multiple tasks.
- Above average proficiency in Google Drive and Microsoft Excel (vlookup, pivot tables, reports)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent teamwork skills
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
Additional Information
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.