Dispatcher/Logistics Coordinator – New Orleans, LA
Westwego
LA – Louisiana
Logistics, Transportation,Warehousing, Supply Chain
Job Description
Dispatcher/Logistics Coordinator – New Orleans, LA
Are you ready to launch your career with a global leader that values innovation, collaboration, and growth? As a new graduate, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge, learn from experienced professionals, and make an immediate impact in a company recognized for excellence.
A few highlights about ADM:
We have an award-winning early career program! ADM is proud to be a 2025 recipient of Handshake’s Early Career Talent award as well as the RippleMatch Campus Forward Award!
ADM was named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.
2025 Innovation Award for ADM’s Regenerative Agriculture Program.
U.S. Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces in Manufacturing – Best Companies to Work For in 2025.
About the Role
ARTCO is part of ADM’s global supply chain network, moving agricultural products throughout the inland waterways. As a Gulf Dispatcher, you will play a critical role in coordinating barge and vessel movements, ensuring product is delivered safely and efficiently.
This is an early-career role with hands-on training, exposure to logistics and fleet operations, and opportunities to grow into supply chain, transportation, or commercial roles within ADM.
What You’ll Do
Coordinate daily barge and vessel movements across the Gulf region.
Schedule barges to meet customer delivery timelines and update dispatch systems.
Communicate movement instructions to towboats, fleet personnel, and internal partners.
Track inventory and maintain accurate data on loadings, unloads, and fleet activity.
Support billing and documentation for barge activity.
Serve as point of contact for logistics, operations, and commercial teams.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree preferred (Logistics, Business, Supply Chain, or related field).
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to problem-solve and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
Schedule & Work Environment
Rotating shift schedule; may include weekends/holidays.
Office-based dispatch center; occasional vessel boarding
Qualifications & Attributes
Education: Pursuing a 4-year degree in business or agriculture
Relocation: Willingness to relocate across the U.S. as part of the program.
Leadership & Communication: Strong leadership and communication skills.
GPA: Minimum GPA of 2.8
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role
If you’re eager to learn, enjoy fast-paced work, and want to build a career in logistics or supply chain, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every requirement.
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
$67,000
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
- Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
- Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
- Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
- Paid time off including paid holidays.
- Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
