Truck Dispatcher - Join Our Growing Logistics Team

Ponca City Development Authority
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    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    This job is posted by Ponca City Development Authority, but will be hired by Bower's Trucking.

    Bower's Trucking is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven Truck Dispatcher to join our fast-growing transportation team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating freight movements, communicating with drivers and brokers, maximizing truck profitability, and ensuring on-time deliveries while maintaining exceptional customer service.

    If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have strong negotiation skills, and understand the trucking industry, we want to hear from you.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Dispatch and coordinate drivers for daily freight operations.
    • Source and book profitable loads through load boards and broker relationships.
    • Negotiate freight rates to maximize revenue and minimize deadhead miles.
    • Monitor driver locations and delivery schedules.
    • Communicate with drivers, brokers, and customers regarding load updates.
    • Manage load documentation, rate confirmations, and dispatch records.
    • Resolve issues related to delays, breakdowns, and route changes.
    • Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and customers.

    Qualifications

    • Previous experience as a Truck Dispatcher, Freight Dispatcher, or Logistics Coordinator preferred.
    • Strong knowledge of load boards such as DAT and Truckstop.
    • Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to multitask and perform under pressure.
    • Strong computer proficiency and familiarity with dispatch software.
    • Knowledge of trucking regulations and freight operations.
    • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.

    What We Offer

    Career growth opportunities

    Supportive and professional work environment

    Flexible work arrangements (where applicable)

    Ongoing training and development

    Opportunity to work with a growing transportation company

    Ideal Candidate Traits

    • Highly organized
    • Strong negotiator
    • Customer-service oriented
    • Reliable and proactive
    • Goal-driven and profit-focused
    • Excellent time management skills

    How to Apply

    Interested candidates should submit their resume along with a brief summary of their dispatching experience, including:

    • Years of dispatch experience
    • Types of equipment managed (Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed, Hotshot, etc.)
    • Familiarity with load boards
    • Average number of trucks previously dispatched

    Join our team and play a critical role in keeping freight moving efficiently while helping drivers and customers succeed. Apply today!

    Numbers & Facts

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    Skills

    • Brokerageunmatched
    • Cargo/Freightunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Delivery Drivingunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Document Managementunmatched
    • Logisticsunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Operationsunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Profit & Lossunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Revenue Growthunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Truck Driverunmatched
    • Truckingunmatched
    • Truckload Freightunmatched

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