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Job Description
This role is ideal for candidates with experience in U.S. truck dispatching or freight brokerage who are comfortable working during U.S. business hours in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Source and book profitable freight using U.S. load boards such as DAT One and Truckstop.com.
- Negotiate competitive freight rates with brokers and shippers.
- Dispatch trucks and coordinate daily driver schedules.
- Monitor shipments and provide timely updates to customers and brokers.
- Communicate with drivers to ensure on-time pickups and deliveries.
- Resolve operational challenges, including delays, route changes, and breakdowns.
- Review and verify transportation documents, including Rate Confirmations (RateCons), Bills of Lading (BOLs), and Proofs of Delivery (PODs).
- Maintain accurate load records within the Transportation Management System (TMS).
- Work closely with the accounting team to ensure complete and accurate load documentation.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with freight brokers and customers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in U.S. truck dispatching, freight brokerage, or a similar logistics role.
- Demonstrated experience using DAT One, Truckstop.com, or similar U.S. freight load boards.
- Good understanding of FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service (HOS), and Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs).
- Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) such as Rose Rocket, McLeod, Samsara, ITS Dispatch, or similar platforms.
- Excellent spoken and written English with strong negotiation and customer service skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and Excel.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently during 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM EAT.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience dispatching Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed, or Power Only freight.
- Experience handling detention, layover, claims, and TONU (Truck Ordered Not Used) cases.
- Existing working relationships with U.S. freight brokers will be an added advantage.
- Experience in both carrier dispatch and freight brokerage operations is desirable.
Key Competencies
- Freight Dispatch & Load Planning
- Negotiation & Relationship Management
- Customer Service Excellence
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Time Management & Organization
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Strong Communication Skills
If you have experience supporting U.S. freight operations and are looking for an opportunity to work with a growing international logistics company, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Company
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