Freight Coordinator / Dispatcher

Looking for a long-term career opportunity?

We are always looking for qualified individuals that want to be a part of our professional, positive and people-centered team. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefit package for all full time employees.

A little about us

We specialize in transportation of refrigerated and dry van commodities. We offer time sensitive expedited service. We opened our doors in 2007. We treat everyone with Respect! You are NOT just a number Thank you for considering Freestyle Transport, LLC

Freight Coordinator (Dispatch)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Booking freight from current customers and pairing trucks with new loads

Must understand booking and prebooking loads to keep drivers moving within their avaibale hours of service according to DOT and state laws governing drivers

Communicating with customers about freight details, delivery or pick up times, and special handling request

Maintaining records of dispatched calls, driver routes, and route changes

Respond to phone and email request from customers and brokers

Monitoring truck repairs and maintenance schedules

Negotiate rates and have market awareness of constantly changing industry price fluctuations

Collaborate with company drivers and owner operators when booking loads and to make sure they have the available hours of service to complete deliveries on time

Operations

RESPONSIBILITIES

Scheduling appointments

Updating locations and ensuring on time delivery

Helping to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze information skillfully, work well in a group problem solving situations

Negotiating detention and layover fees with customers

Constant communication with dispatch about drivers and loads

Receive BOL’s from drivers once loads are completed

Help and assist dispatch with any issues that may arise

QUALIFICATIONS

2-3 years in the transportation and logistics field

Strong communication skills via phone, email, and face to face

Extensive experience with transportation management software

Work well in a fast paced environment

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Highly organized with the ability to follow through in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of applicable transportation regulations and laws

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance after 60 days

Holiday Pay

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay