Transportation Associate

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Benefits We Offer Include: 

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employer‑paid life & disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

7 Company Paid Holidays

24/7 Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program

Optional voluntary benefits (legal, accident, identity protection)

Eligibility on the first of the month following your hire date

Purpose of Position:

Assist in coordinating the activities of Tricont truck drivers. Role model and demonstrate the Company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of self and others. The Dispatch Assistant also plays a vital role in ensuring the company’s continued success by ensuring they are dependable, focused on safety and to be flexible and cooperative. The Dispatch Assistant should have knowledge of DOT rules and regulations and possess the ability to help with staffing, recruiting, and mentoring CDL Drivers.

Accountabilities:

Provide superior customer service to both internal and external customers by exceeding their expectations

Dispatch delivery routes and make changes as and when required

Assisting office manager with onboarding new drivers

Record drivers PTO to send to payroll

Coordinate and manage schedules of drivers to ensure product is delivered on time

Daily communication with drivers, customers, shippers and management

Manage tendering process via TMS to route the lowest cost provider

Track drivers log such as dispatched orders and arrival times

Record monthly tractor/trailer miles and reefer hours

Order and arrange cleaning of driver’s uniforms

Maintain on time Delivery performance of 97% or better

Update/track carrier/driver location information within company guidelines

Coordinate with 3 rd party carrier on loads tendered

Managing demurrage, detention, and other accessorial costs with customer and carrier

Assist with the pickup and drop-off of trucks to the vendor shop

Assist inside sales efforts

Keep paperwork for trucks current

Minimum Skills Required

Work hours – 40 + hours per week as needed (Monday - Friday)

High School diploma or GED, but college degree preferred

3-6 years of transportation and 3rd party dispatch experience in sourcing and developing carriers and routing.

Work independently, great communicator & customer service skills

Negotiation skills

Problem solving/Investigation skills

Ability to coordinate high volume phone skills

Computer experience with Microsoft products like excel and email

Accurate typing skills

Preferred transportation experience

High School Degree/ College Degree

Data Entry & high-volume phone skills

Good/Great Communicator & customer service skills

Problem Solving/Investigation

Computer experience, preferably brokerage or asset

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to resolve conflicts

Ability to organize/prioritize variety of tasks/projects

MS Office Skills (Excel, Word, Power Point) 

***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses. ***

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts—available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.

We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values—Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity—we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.