Drayage Dispatcher

Job Description : ABOUT INTERATLAS

InterAtlas consists of InterAtlas Chemical Inc., InterAtlas Logistics Inc., and InterAtlas Kimya A.S. We are headquartered in St Catharines, Ontario, Canada, with our drayage and warehouse operations in Newark, NJ and freight forwarding operations in Istanbul, Turkey. As a group, we source chemical raw materials from vendors across the globe and transport them to our warehouses, and on to our North American based clients. With growing annual revenues, supported by 50+ employees, we are a lean team with big ambitions.

InterAtlas offers its employees a unique opportunity to learn, grow and fast-track their careers in a well-managed, well-established company, with strong values centered around Being Relevant. The name InterAtlas literally means In Between Giants , and to outsmart the giants it requires people with drive who like to develop and grow. Our culture is very dear to us, and we will go to great lengths to strengthen our culture with the right hires.

ABOUT THE ROLE

InterAtlas Logistics is seeking a highly organized and bilingual Drayage Dispatcher to oversee local and regional drayage operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating company driver schedules, optimizing routes, and ensuring efficient communication between drivers, terminals, and internal teams. This role requires a strong communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven track record in drayage or container logistics.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Schedule and dispatch drivers for local and regional drayage runs.

Coordinate with port terminals, warehouses, and customers to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.

Optimize routing to maximize driver efficiency and reduce costs.

Ensure all loads are properly prioritized based on delivery deadlines and customer requirements.

Monitor driver performance, compliance, hours of service and safety standards.

Serve as the primary point of contact for drivers, providing real-time updates and problem resolution.

Maintain constant communication with port terminals to track container availability and avoid demurrage or detention fees.

Lead daily dispatch meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS THAT ARE IMPORTANT TO US

Minimum 4 years of experience in drayage dispatching, trucking logistics, or a similar transportation coordination role.

Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).

Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.

Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Proficiency with dispatch management systems, GPS tracking tools, ELDs, Microsoft Outlook and Teams

Knowledge of port operations, container movements, and DOT compliance.

Leadership experience or supervisory capability is a strong plus.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Company Paid Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with Company Match

Paid holidays, sick days & vacation

Bonuses such as Employee Referral Bonus Program

Benefit from a good work life balance

Personal & professional growth opportunities