Job Overview
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The company is a leading logistics and transportation service provider, dedicated to optimizing the shipment and freight delivery processes for a wide range of cargo types. Known for its commitment to efficiency, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence, this organization specializes in freight management and transportation coordination. Operating in a dynamic logistics environment, the company continuously seeks to enhance its service delivery by leveraging innovative planning and coordination techniques to meet customer demands and maintain industry leadership.
This position, Load Planner, is a critical operational role responsible for overseeing the streamlining of all freight transportation process aspects. The position focuse... Show More
This position, Load Planner, is a critical operational role responsible for overseeing the streamlining of all freight transportation process aspects. The position focuse... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent business experience
- Previous logistics dispatch or scheduling experience preferred
- Knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft and logistics application software
- Ability to solve problems and work in high pressure situations using independent judgement and discretion
- Ability to work well in teams with staff and contractors from all departments
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Excellent personal skills and positive attitude
- Ability to work in high-demand environment and adaptability to change
Job Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent business experience
- Degree preferred
- Previous logistics dispatch or scheduling experience preferred
- Knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft and logistics application software
- Ability to solve problems and work in high pressure situations using independent judgement and discretion
- Ability to work well in teams with staff and contractors from all departments
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Excellent personal skills and positive attitude
- Ability to work in high-demand environment and adaptability to change
Job Duties
- Partner with dispatchers and fleet managers to plan and carry out shipping operations
- Develop daily operating plan with emphasis on achieving established department KPIs
- Evaluate current operating plan and create future plans with focus on payload, on-time deliveries, and loaded mile percentage
- Engage and collaborate daily with scheduling team leaders on opportunities of growth and improvement for company assets
- Assess and adjust current and future operating plans to maximize growth, efficiency, and safety
- Solicit new and existing customers for freight opportunities
- Update known sourcing as changes occur and revise daily operating plan as necessary to ensure operational efficiency
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that facilitates overall efficiency and success
- Communicate effectively with customers, drivers, dispatchers, and other departments to ensure a smooth and efficient operation
- Manage day-to-day operations of up to 75 drivers
- Coordinate maintenance issues and needs with terminal managers and lead technicians
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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