Dispatcher

Westfreight Systems Inc. is leading the ever-changing transportation industry since it was incorporated in June 1989. The company was formed with one tractor/trailer unit and has grown to over 100 units, and 5 terminals throughout the United States and Canada. An emphasis on providing knowledgeable service through strong managerial leadership and offering an expansive field of transportation services including truckload, LTL, and over- dimensional shipments has made such growth possible.

Westfreight Systems is currently looking to recruit an experienced Dispatcher for their Houston, Texas location.

This role is ideal for an experienced transportation professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys coordinating complex freight projects and customer accounts, and takes ownership of operational execution from order entry through to final delivery and billing readiness. Minimum 3 years of trucking transportation industry experience is required.

Job Title: Dispatcher
Location: Houston, TX

Job Responsibilities

As the dispatch, you are responsible from the beginning of the process to the end. Quoting, entering the orders into our TMW, building a manifest, dispatching the driver and following up until the POD is in the system and the order is ready for billing. To do this you are in constant communication with drivers as well as our customers. You will be responsible for dispatching deliveries, preplanning freight for return trips, and preparing ACE Manifests in order to cross the border.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefit plan
• 401K plan
• On-site parking
• Family like atmosphere
• Discounted pet insurance
• Discounts to online mall (PerkSpot)
• Auto & Home Insurance options through payroll contribution

Qualifications:

The successful candidate, you will be self-motivated, results-driven and a team player. In addition, you will possess the following qualifications:

• Experience as a Dispatcher in the transportation field with knowledge of relevant regulations is required
• Expert knowledge of the Houston, Texas area
• Experience is “hunting” freight through load boards, supplier distribution emails, customer emails.
• Experience and knowledge of US and Canada shipping regulations and practices.
• Flat deck, over-dimensional and LTL shipping knowledge required
• This position requires an individual who is adaptable; self-motivated, results driven and a team player.
• Successful with building and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• An expert at multi-tasking and effectively managing changing priorities.
• High level of detail in performing tasks.
• Proactive, able to identify early on any potential issues, and to implement solutions.
• Ability to work varied hours and be on call
• Experience in TMW, PeopleNet, Microsoft Office, CBSA’s ACE Portal and various load boards.

All applicants will be required to complete background clearances 

We are an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.

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