About This Role
This dispatcher position supports an asset-based trucking operation, combining daily freight dispatching, driver coordination, customer relationship management, and business development. The role suits a motivated transportation professional who understands the trucking industry, can keep freight moving efficiently, and is comfortable developing new customer relationships.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily truck dispatching, freight assignments, and driver schedules
- Plan efficient routes and arrange freight pickups and deliveries
- Communicate with drivers regarding schedules, loads, delivery requirements, and changes
- Use DAT and Truckstop load boards to identify and coordinate freight opportunities
- Negotiate freight rates and delivery timelines with customers and brokers
- Provide customers with shipment updates and delivery information
- Review driver logs and maintain accurate transportation records
- Complete and organize shipment documentation, dispatch records, and related paperwork
- Make sales calls to prospective customers and develop new business opportunities
- Maintain strong relationships with existing customers while helping grow the company's freight business
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in transportation, trucking, logistics, or freight dispatching
- Familiarity with DAT and Truckstop load boards
- Working knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation requirements
- Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
- Ability to manage changing schedules, deadlines, and customer expectations
- Comfortable negotiating freight rates and communicating with customers
- Strong geographic knowledge and route-planning abilities
Nice to have:
- Sales or business development experience in transportation
Benefits
- Uncapped commission, offering opportunities to increase your income as you grow the business
- Health insurance
- Dental and vision insurance
- Aflac supplemental insurance options
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO)
Important Details
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
About the Company
Denning Companies is seeking an experienced Truck Dispatcher to support its asset-based trucking operation, Silver Creek Carriers.