Freight Dispatcher

2 weeks ago


Memphis, Tennessee, United States Saia, Inc Full time

Unlock Your Potential

Saia, Inc is a leading logistics and transportation company that values its people, customers, and community. We're committed to doing things the right way, and that's reflected in our commitment to our employees, customers, and the environment.

A career with Saia offers a range of opportunities for growth and development, from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits.

Job Summary

As a Freight Dispatcher, you'll be responsible for overseeing the efficient movement of freight to meet customer demands. This includes dispatching, supervising, and scheduling pickups and deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Optimize driver and equipment allocation to meet customer demand.
  • Supervise truck loading, unloading, and material movement activities.
  • Manage driver assignments and shipping information in data management systems.
  • Equip drivers with essential information and equipment details for efficient task execution.
  • Train new hires in job responsibilities and conduct road tests.
  • Provide delivery status updates and ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Develop a professional rapport with assigned drivers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business or a related field.
  • 2 years of transportation and/or dispatch experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AS400.

Why Choose Saia?

We're committed to rewarding superior employee performance and providing a positive work environment that's driven by our core values – dignity and respect, customer-first approach, safety, and more.

With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.



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