Logistics Dispatcher
rocs grad staffingSpringfield, VA
Logistics Dispatcher
rocs grad staffingSpringfield, VASenior L5
Freight Transportation ArrangementGeneral Freight Trucking, LocalAll Other Support Activities for Transportation
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)About 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)
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Level
Senior L5
Location
Springfield, VA
Occupation
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Industry
Freight Transportation Arrangement
Posted
2 days ago