Senior Dispatcher

Our client is an asset-based carrier with locations in Chicago and Columbus. Our team is comprised of logistics professionals boasting a diverse range of skills and experience that spans over 26 years.

This is a great opportunity for an individual who is self-motivated, has strong analytical and computer skills, strong attention to detail and is enthusiastic to work in a fast-paced ever-changing environment.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize situations in a fast-paced environment (load-planning/dispatching)
• Communicate with drivers to prioritize loads, define routes and set schedules
• Monitor containers to prevent demurrage and storage fees
• Providing detailed instructions to various personnel via email and phone
• Accepting & scheduling loads and providing excellent customer service
• Make routing decisions that satisfy customer expectations and company financial decisions
• Ensure that shipping data is entered into system timely and accurately
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Intermodal transportation experience is preferred but not required
• Two (2) plus years of experience in Transportation - (Knowledge of dispatching/load-planning, DOT regulations in order to project arrival times, schedule backhauls...ie...)
• Ability to multiple tasks real-time situations in a fast paced environment & still be able to prioritize with great attention to detail
• Independent proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
• The ability to handle high volumes of inbound emails plus the candidate needs to have a high degree of initiative and independent execution

Skills:

• Ideal candidate will possess a "can do" attitude with a "will do" work ethic
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of operations
• General computer skills - Microsoft Office, Outlook, AS400
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills