Logistics Dispatcher
ROCS Grad StaffingAbout the role: We are a global logistics company hiring for an experienced Logistics Dispatcher / Load Planner to run shipments from booking to delivery: matching each load to the right carrier and equipment, planning the fastest compliant route, and solving problems before the customer sees them.You'll work across our asset-based trucking operation and our brokerage network. If you like a fast pace, think on your feet, and take pride in on-time delivery, this role is for you. Responsibilities: Dispatch and track shipments across company trucks and third-party carriers, keeping customers updated from pickup to delivery Plan loads and build optimized routes that balance speed, cost and driver hours Source, vet and manage carriers; negotiate rates and build a reliable carrier network Coordinate specialized equipment (liftgates, climate control, flatbeds, team drivers) for non-standard freight Match each shipment to the right vehicle type, from cargo vans and sprinters to straight trucks and tractor-trailers Monitor driver Hours of Service and DOT rules so every plan is compliant Handle delays, breakdowns and service failures in real time, with a backup plan ready Keep accurate load, carrier and billing records in the TMS Qualifications: 2–5 years in logistics, with time-critical 3PL brokerage experience Hands-on background in ground transportation or asset-based trucking operations Proven dispatch, load planning and carrier management experience Experience coordinating specialized equipment Working knowledge of transportation vehicle types and what each can haul Skill in optimized route planning Basic understanding of DOT driver Hours of Service and related regulations Strong communication and problem-solving skills, especially under time pressure Comfort with a flexible schedule, including some after-hours coverage Preferred Qualifications: Expedited AOG (aircraft on ground) experience Cross-border transportation experience or basic knowledge of customs clearance Transportation pricing, quoting and margin management DOT and FMCSA compliance knowledge Shift: 1st or 2nd shift (7am to 3 pm or 3pm to 11pm)