Heavy Haul Dispatcher
Larkin Express Logistics LLC · larkinexpress.com
Jamestown
The job in short
Heavy haul dispatcher.
Details
- Found
- 23 d ago · posted 2024-03-05
- Location as listed
- Jamestown, NC
- Role
- Logistics / Dispatch
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Larkin Express Operations/Dispatcher
The individual in the Heavy Haul Dispatcher role is a trusted, central point of contact for pricing and operating standard and oversized freight. Being able to develop freight scope, manage to load plans, and working with DOT requirements will be key for triaging time and working with both internal and external customers on requirements.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain customer profiles and enter shipments into McLeod software
• Solicit freight quotations for Spot and Contract markets
• Manage carrier data and negotiate freight contracts
• Schedule and manage pickup and deliveries of shipments.
• Maintain continuous communication with carriers and customers to ensure a high-quality freight movement process
• Schedule pickup and delivery and dispatch drivers in accordance with established procedures.
• Optimizing routes with factors such as distance, traffic, and delivery schedules to maximize efficiency.
• Maintain and update accurate information in company’s operating systems, tracking shipments to completion
• Coordinating daily carrier activities with customers and operations team
• Adhere to established operating procedures while looking for opportunities to measure and improve
• Address and resolve any issues or delays that may arise during transportation.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation for each shipment, including bills of lading, delivery receipts, and other relevant paperwork.
• Maintain records of all transactions, communications, and activities related to dispatching.
• Stay informed about transportation regulations and ensure that all dispatch activities comply with local, state, and federal laws.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures.
Qualifications and Skills:
• At least Two (2) years of Heavy Haul/ Over Dimensional Freight
• Must have knowledge of port operations
• Knowledge of pricing Project Freight, Over Dimensional, and Super Loads
• Knowledge of different equipment types used for heavy haul trucking
• Must know state permit guidelines and escort requirements.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong Microsoft Excel skill
• Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment
Located in: Charleston, SC / Greensboro, NC / Greenville, SC.
Compensation commensurate with experience.
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