We are seeking a reliable and organized Warehouse Transportation Dispatcher to coordinate daily transportation activities, ensuring shipments, drivers, and warehouse operations run safely and efficiently. The Dispatcher will serve as a key point of communication between drivers, warehouse personnel, customers, and management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and comfortable handling scheduling changes and unexpected transportation issues. Key Responsibilities Coordinate and dispatch daily transportation routes and driver schedules. Schedule pickups, deliveries, transfers, and other transportation activities. Communicate with drivers throughout the day regarding routes, delivery instructions, delays, and schedule changes. Monitor driver locations, delivery progress, and estimated arrival times. Coordinate closely with warehouse personnel to ensure freight is ready for scheduled pickups and deliveries. Maintain accurate records of shipments, routes, driver assignments, and delivery status. Prepare and review transportation paperwork, including bills of lading, delivery receipts, and other required documentation. Respond quickly to delivery issues, vehicle problems, missed appointments, and other transportation-related concerns. Communicate professionally with customers, carriers, drivers, and internal departments. Help optimize routes and driver schedules to improve efficiency and minimize unnecessary transportation costs. Monitor compliance with company policies and applicable transportation and safety requirements. Assist with tracking equipment, vehicles, trailers, and other transportation resources. Enter and maintain transportation information in company systems and spreadsheets. Provide daily transportation updates and reports to management. Perform other warehouse and transportation-related duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous experience in transportation, logistics, warehousing, dispatching, or a related field preferred. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Comfortable working with computers, email, spreadsheets, and transportation or warehouse management systems. Ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with unexpected changes or time-sensitive situations. Ability to work effectively with drivers, warehouse employees, customers, and management. Knowledge of local delivery areas and transportation procedures is a plus. Preferred Experience 1-3 years of experience in dispatch, transportation, logistics, or warehouse operations. Experience with routing or transportation management software. Familiarity with DOT regulations and transportation documentation. Experience coordinating multiple drivers, routes, and deliveries simultaneously.
Pay:
From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance