Logistics Coordinator / Dispatcher

Westin Trading, Inc. is an established grocery distribution company based in St. Louis, MO. With a nationwide customer base, we ship product throughout the USA. We are currently looking to add a person to join our transportation team to help coordinate the shipment of our loads (The skills needed are those similar to those of a freight broker). We ship truckload and LTL shipments throughout the U.S. of grocery products. Previous experience in the transportation or freight brokerage industry is required. THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION. Office Hours: MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 7:30 AM TO 4:30 PM. WEEKENDS & MAJOR HOLIDAYS OFF. Responsibilities include: Scheduling pickup and delivery appointments. Coordinating inbound and outbound shipments from company warehouse. Dispatching drivers. Track & Trace loads. Negotiate freight rates with carriers. Verifying pickup and delivery information. Finding / Searching for carriers using DAT, and Internet Truck Stop. Qualifications : Working knowledge of DAT and ITS load boards. Excellent follow through and follow up. Organized and detail orientated. Ability to react quickly and re-prioritize loads quickly. Effectively communicate with team members and carriers. Must have good negotiation skills. Good phone skills. FULL BENEFITS : Paid Vacation Time. 100% paid Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for employee. 401(k) Plan with Company Match. In addition to salary, all employees qualify for annual Bonus. All eligible employees also qualify for Profit Share program as well as the Company's Defined Compensation / Pension Plan. Salary based on experience. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Dispatching: 3 years (Required) Appointment scheduling: 3 years (Required) Microsoft Excel: 5 years (Required) Work Location: In person

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