Drayage Dispatcher

Job Description

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 expanding its dispatch team and seeking a highly organized, bilingual Drayage Dispatcher to join and work alongside our current dispatcher. This newly added position will provide additional support for our growing local and regional drayage operations. The successful candidate will help coordinate company driver schedules, optimize routes, and maintain effective communication among drivers, terminals, customers, and internal teams. This role is ideal for a strong communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and has proven experience in drayage or container logistics.

• 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.
• Participate in daily dispatch meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS THAT ARE IMPORTANT TO US

• Minimum 3 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: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick days
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• High-impact role with visibility across the organization

EEOC Statement: InterAtlas Logistics is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered regardless of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, citizenship, veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local laws. InterAtlas Logistics is an equal opportunity employer.