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📍 Nairobi 💼 On-site ⏰ Full Time 📋 Permanent Contract 🏷️ Heavy Cargo Handling and Transport
Minimum Experience
1 year
Application Deadline
📅 31/12/2026
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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.

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About the Company
Shanali Limited publishes its vacancies in Kenya through Saplic. Profile created automatically.