Transportation Dispatch Manager – Logistics & Fleet Operations

Location: Hybrid | Mesa, AZ

Our client is a fast-growing bulk-materials carrier that runs one of the Southwest’s largest pneumatic and dump‐truck fleets. After doubling its asset count in the past five years and rolling out an AI-driven transportation-management system (TMS), the company is adding a Transportation Dispatch Manager to elevate 24/7 fleet performance, modernize processes, and prepare for multi-state expansion. This role reports directly to ownership, offers high visibility, and carries a clear path to director level for the right leader.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary DOE.
• Bonus: Up to 25 % tied to dispatch KPIs and system-adoption milestones.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 4 % 401(k) match; 80 hrs PTO to start with tiered increases.
• Schedule: Hybrid model - roughly three days per week on-site; availability for after-hours escalations as part of a shared rotation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day dispatch for 80 + company and contract trucks across Arizona and neighboring states, guaranteeing round-the-clock coverage and on-time service.
• Mentor, schedule, and develop a team of 4 – 6 dispatchers; set clear KPIs and coach to results.
• Drive full adoption of a new cloud-based TMS, digitizing load assignment, route planning, paperwork, and real-time tracking.
• Monitor driver HOS and DOT compliance, partnering with safety and maintenance to resolve issues quickly.
• Analyze utilization, empty miles, and on-time percentages; present weekly KPI dashboards to leadership.
• Serve as the after-hours escalation point for urgent driver or customer concerns, maintaining service continuity.
• Lead continuous-improvement projects that cut cost per mile, boost driver satisfaction, and strengthen customer loyalty.

Qualifications

• 3 + years’ leadership experience in dispatch, fleet, or logistics operations; bulk or aggregate hauling strongly preferred.
• Proven success managing a 24/7 or multi-shift environment with rotating schedules.
• Hands-on expertise with modern TMS/GPS platforms and solid grasp of DOT/FMSCA regulations.
• Data-driven mindset and ability to translate metrics into actionable process improvements.
• Calm, decisive communicator who thrives under pressure and inspires accountability across diverse teams.

Why You’ll Love It

• Innovation at scale: Own the launch of a best-in-class TMS and bring dispatch fully paperless.
• Direct line to ownership: Your ideas reach decision-makers fast, enabling rapid change.
• Regional impact: Help shape the logistics backbone for marquee construction and infrastructure projects across the Southwest.
• People-first culture: Family-run organization that values loyalty, transparency, and continuous improvement.

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