Transportation Dispatcher

Transportation Dispatcher

Bowling Green, KY

Bluegrass Dedicated is currently looking for a Transportation Dispatcher to join our team in Bowling Green, KY. This position can open doors to any career path in transportation. At Bluegrass Dedicated, we believe that all our team members play a critical role in achieving success as a company. You'll get to utilize both an operational and relational skill set as you ensure that our drivers are getting the support they need to keep freight moving. This is a competitive, high paced team who knows how to work hard and get the job done. With Bluegrass Dedicated, you will learn the skills you need to grow within the department or into other departments within the Bluegrass family. If this sounds like a good fit for you please APPLY NOW! We look forward to speaking with you!

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish a good working relationship with assigned drivers
• Monitor service, track and trace to manage on time pick-up and delivery
• Proactively communicate with customers in regards to service delays and general questions
• Handle urgent situations in a professional manner
• All other duties and projects as assigned

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with large volume and critical delivery parameters
• Human relations skills
• Ability to creatively solve problems as needed
• Exhibit sound and accurate judgment
• Strong time management and organization skills with great attention to detail
• Demonstrated PC aptitude including knowledge of Microsoft office and Excel
• Knowledge of DOT and CSA regulations
• Excellent communications skills both verbal and written.

You’ll also need to have:

• Strong Excel, Power Point and Outlook experience
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in load planning or dispatch
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills 
• Great attention to detail
• Experience with carrier tariffs, bill of ladings, freight invoicing/auditing and classification of freight
• Proactive and positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple priorities at once

Why you will love Bluegrass Supply Chain:

• United Healthcare
• Delta Dental of KY (Dental and Vision)
• Disability 
• Life 
• Accident 
• Critical Illness 
• Health Savings Account 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma is required, Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is highly preferred
• At least 1 year of office experience is required. Minimum of 1 year of transportation or logistics experience is highly preferred.