Sr Dispatcher

At Odyssey, we believe high expectations are the key to everything. When we strive to become better than what we are, everything around us becomes better, too.  Odyssey strives to foster an environment that allows employees to develop new ideas and thrive. With our advanced technology, global network and integrated processes, we regularly break new ground for clients and are able to offer logistics careers that cultivate successful professionals and develop existing talent.
 

Our team is comprised of logisticians, engineers, technicians and supply chain experts, as well as professionals in other administrative and specialized areas who work at multiple locations across the United States, as well as in our international operations in North America, Europe and Asia.
 

For more information, please visit www.odysseylogistics.com

Sr. Dispatcher

Anchorage AK

About Odyssey Logistics

Odyssey Logistics is a global logistics and supply chain partner helping businesses optimize performance through fully integrated, end-to-end solutions. We connect transportation, technology, and expertise across a broad network of services including 3PL and 4PL managed services, multimodal and intermodal transport, warehousing, trucking, Jones Act Ocean, and customs brokerage, ensuring goods move reliably, efficiently, and intelligently around the world.

Today, Odyssey supports more than 6,000 customers globally, delivering scalable, data driven solutions across complex supply chains. What started with a single client has grown into a dynamic, evolving organization focused on performance, precision, and long term partnership.

What Sets Us Apart:

Our work is complex, fast moving, and highly collaborative. Success here requires people who think strategically, operate with urgency, and navigate across functions to solve real business challenges. We value individuals who take ownership, challenge the status quo, and turn insight into action.

Our culture is grounded in five core values: Win Together, Innovate Boldly, Drive Results, Customer Centric, and Guide with Care. These are not just principles; they shape how we make decisions, partner with customers, and show up for each other.

At Odyssey, you are not just part of a company; you are part of building what comes next.

The Role

Work Model: Onsite
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Overtime as required)
Travel Requirements: None
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Reports to: Dispatch Manager

Summary / Primary Role

The Sr. Dispatcher is responsible for coordinating and directing the pickup and delivery of local and regional freight while ensuring efficient transportation operations and exceptional customer service. This role works closely with drivers, independent contractors, warehouses, customers, marine terminals, and internal departments to ensure shipments move safely, accurately, and on schedule while maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations.

What You'll Do

We're looking for an organized and customer-focused logistics professional who thrives in a fast-paced transportation environment. The ideal candidate has strong dispatching experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple shipments while ensuring regulatory compliance and outstanding service.

Dispatch Operations

• Coordinate the pickup and delivery of freight between customers, warehouses, marine terminals, rail terminals, and intermodal facilities.
• Monitor shipment status, appointments, container availability, and dispatch schedules to ensure timely freight movement.

Customer & Operational Communication

• Communicate shipment updates, delays, scheduling changes, and transportation challenges with customers and internal departments.
• Prepare and distribute daily dispatch reports while coordinating priorities with warehousing, transportation, customs brokerage, and operations teams.

Compliance & Documentation

• Monitor driver Hours of Service (HOS) to ensure FMCSA compliance.
• Maintain accurate shipment documentation, update transportation systems, obtain required permits, and ensure all records are completed accurately and confidentially.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of dispatching experience in a trucking, drayage, or intermodal transportation environment.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service (HOS), and transportation compliance.
• Experience coordinating freight movement between warehouses, rail terminals, ports, and customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience using transportation platforms such as eModal, UIIA, chassis provider websites, terminal websites, and ocean carrier portals preferred.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service and communication abilities.
• High attention to detail with accurate data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Compensation & Schedule Details

Base Pay Range: $27.00 – $30.00 per hour
Bonus Eligible: No
Commission Eligible: No

As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, Odyssey provides a range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your skills and experience, geographic location, and other relevant qualifications. The salary range for this position may vary by market.

No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• A choice of medical plans with FSA and HSA options
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Health & Wellness Program
• Discounts with Preferred Vendors

At Odyssey, we believe the best ideas come from people with different skills, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and evaluate every candidate based on the qualifications needed for the role, while also valuing the unique strengths, curiosity, and fresh thinking each person brings. Our commitment to inclusion helps fuel innovation and enables us to deliver smarter, more creative solutions for our customers. We are proud to be a workplace where everyone is treated with respect, given equal opportunity to succeed, and encouraged to contribute in meaningful ways. All employment decisions are based on merit, without regard to race or ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Visit us at: www.OdysseyLogistics.com/careers

We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Choice of medical plans with FSA, HRA and HSA options;
• Company-paid dental and life/disability Plans; 
• 401K with company match;
• Preferred vendor discounts;
  
• Work-life balance
  

No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.