Dispatcher - Transportation Solutions

As a Project Specialist, you will manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure that all deadlines are met. You will also take the lead on projects by updating customers daily, billing out loads, tracking detention, delegating tasks, managing the productivity of your team and contacting brokers. We’re a team at Takkion, so outside of your projects your secondary mission would be to support the transportation operations in any way possible. The Project Specialist reports to the Senior Manager-Transportation.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of assigned projects.

Responsibilities

Bill out loads

Update project spreadsheets

Send out daily update emails regarding loading schedules, detention etc.

Contact brokers to fill future lanes or current holes in lanes

Track detention for current projects

Set up new brokers

Set up new customers

Support daily operations of transportation segment

Improve Project Processes and Procedures

Create and verify route surveys

Write Carrier Methods Statements

Build Trailer Configurations

Support Permit Process

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

2–5 years of project coordination, transportation, logistics, or operations experience

Strong organizational and multitasking skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with transportation management systems (TMS)

Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation compliance

Project management certification (CAPM, PMP, or similar)

Experience in construction, infrastructure, logistics, or fleet operations

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