Dispatcher/Driver Manager - Port/Drayage
Atlas Marine, a motor carrier division of Cargomatic is looking for a Dispatcher/Driver Manager in our Long Beach facility
Location: Long Beach, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site(Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with occasional weekends) | Experienced
Compensation: $30.00-40.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
This is not a remote position. Relocation assistance is not offered.
Who We Are
Cargomatic is committed to making the lives of truckers and shippers easier. Our goal is to let truckers be truckers and shippers be shippers by simplifying the process for all our customers and vendors.
Cargomatic was named to the Built In Best Places to Work list, recognizing our people-first culture, strong benefits, and commitment to employee growth and well-being.
Dispatcher / Driver Manager - Long Beach - must have Port/Drayage experience
BPT & Atlas Marine, subsidiaries of Cargomatic, is seeking an experienced Port Dispatcher / Driver Manager to join our team in Long Beach! As a Dispatcher / Driver Manager, you’ll be responsible for high-volume scheduling, dispatching, and resolving problems for our owner-operators and third-party drivers and carriers. This position requires exceptional communication skills, proactive customer service abilities, and the capacity to problem-solve in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Schedule and dispatch owner-operators and third-party drivers and carriers hauling under Cargomatic's SCAC code (high-volume).
- Plan routes to ensure that pick-ups and deliveries are completed efficiently and on schedule.
- Build strong relationships with Cargomatic's owner-operators and carriers.
- Assess driver and vehicle capability for each requested haul.
- Track and trace shipments.
- Problem-solve and communicate any issues, delays, or concerns with shipments.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting and data entry.
- Provide exceptional customer service to carriers and internal/external customers.
- Navigate Cargomatic’s proprietary software to manage daily operations and loads.
- Perform operational/administrative responsibilities as needed.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum of 2 years of Port/Drayage Dispatcher experience required.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and work with urgency.
- Strong knowledge of logistical concepts, supply chain terminology, and dispatch best practices.
- Ability to analyze complex situations and make productive decisions based on informed judgment.
- Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail.
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to overcome objections.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize daily tasks.
- Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.
What's In It for You
- Competitive pay.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) company match.
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- Join a high-growth company redefining logistics and supply chain!
The expected salary range for this role is $30.00/hour - $40.00/hour. The actual base pay offered will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and other factors permitted by law. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Cargomatic is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.