We are seeking a Transportation Coordinator / Dispatcher for an established company in the Jacksonville, FL area who will help cover freight, build carrier relationships, and will play a critical role in overseeing daily load activities while maintaining a high level of customer service to continuously exceed our customers expectations.

Qualities of the ideal Transportation Coordinator / Dispatcher:

• Dependable, People-oriented enjoys interacting with customers and carriers
• Adaptable/flexible enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented Achievement-oriented enjoys taking on challenges
• Autonomous/Independent enjoys working with little direction,
• Innovative prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity,
• High stress tolerance thrives in a high-pressure environment

Skills and Qualifications of the Transportation Coordinator / Dispatcher:

• 2 years of logistics experience
• General knowledge of the transportation industry
• High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Outstanding people skills
• Proficient negotiating skills. Responsibilities of the Logistics Coordinator / Dispatcher Include:
• Operate within strict freight cost guidelines while meeting the needs of the customer
• Sales support during peak season, expand transportation services with current customers, PO processing, price quoting
• Responsible for executing and or delegating all day-to-day work related to assigned clients in order to maximize efficiency and deliver according to client and company expectations.
• Responsible for managing the integrity and accuracy of client s data within TMS systems.
• Proactively communicate shipment information regarding route changes, delays, or early deliveries to appropriate internal and external customers.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Demonstrates a high level of customer service and strong communication and interpersonal skills (both listening and speaking).
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills (record keeping, time management, follow up, etc.)
• MS Office or Windows based software required.

What s in it for you?

• Efficient training will be provided: Full truck load, Flatbed, Specialized, Heavy Haul, Expedited, LTL.
• Competitive Salary and bonuses
• Casual dress code
• Encouraging, friendly, motivating environment & atmosphere

This is a Temp-to-Hire position and the client offers benefits once Hired In.

This is a drug-free workplace. All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and be willing to submit to a national background check.