- Salary
- $65k – $72k/yr
- Location
- Pendleton, IN
- Department
- Operations
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Job Title: Dispatcher / Logistics Coordinator
Location: Pendleton, IN
Schedule: Full-Time | Salaried
Monday – Friday (with on-call support as needed based on operational demands)
About Nutrition 101
Nutrition 101 is an industry leader in recovering food waste and converting it into valuable livestock feed. Based in Pendleton, Indiana, our team helps food processors reduce waste while supporting sustainable agriculture. Every year, our work helps recover millions of tons of food byproducts and transform them into useful products for livestock producers.
We are growing and looking for team members who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy coordinating operations that keep things moving.
What You'll Do
As a Dispatcher / Logistics Coordinator, you will play a key role in coordinating daily transportation operations, ensuring drivers, equipment, and schedules are aligned to support efficient and reliable service. This role is the communication hub between drivers, customers, and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities include
- Schedule and dispatch drivers and equipment to meet daily operational needs
- Coordinate routes and loads to maximize efficiency and service levels
- Communicate with drivers, customers, and internal teams to ensure timely pickups and deliveries
- Monitor daily operations and adjust schedules based on changing conditions
- Maintain awareness of driver availability, equipment status, and load priorities
- Support compliance with DOT/FMCSA regulations, including hours of service
- Work closely with Fleet and Operations teams to support maintenance scheduling and equipment needs
- Provide timely updates and resolve issues related to delays, changes, or service concerns
- Assist with tracking key performance metrics and operational data
- Support a team-focused environment and contribute to continuous improvement efforts
Benefits
Nutrition 101 offers a competitive benefits package including:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Performance-based bonuses
- Health insurance and wellness incentives
- 401(k) with company match up to 4%
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Opportunities for career growth
- Supportive team environment
- Employee Empowerment Program – We are all owners
- Expense and cell phone reimbursement
Work Environment
This role is performed in an office and operational environment and may involve:
- Coordinating with drivers and operations teams throughout the day
- Managing schedules, calls, and real-time updates
- Responding to changing priorities and time-sensitive situations
- Occasional after-hours communication or support as needed
Requirements
What We're Looking For
- 2–4 years of experience in dispatching, logistics coordination, or transportation operations
- Experience working with drivers, fleet operations, or route scheduling
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust quickly to changing needs
- Clear communication skills and ability to coordinate across teams
- Familiarity with dispatching systems, TMS, GPS tracking, or similar tools preferred
- Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations and hours of service is a plus
- Customer-focused mindset with strong attention to detail
- Reliable, accountable, and able to remain calm under pressure
- Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred but not required
