National Logistics Capacity Planner

Dallas, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $42,570.31 - $49,811.09

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Quarterly match

Job Description

The company operates within the Operations Department and is currently seeking a National Logistics Capacity Planner to join their dynamic team. This organization is deeply involved in the logistics and transportation industry, specializing in managing and optimizing freight capacity across national networks. Their core mission is to ensure efficient, reliable, and timely transportation solutions by leveraging their assets and alternative transportation methods such as rail and over-the-road trucking. Known for their commitment to operational excellence, the company values innovative problem-solving and the ability to work within fast-paced, deadline-sensitive environments.

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Job Requirements

Strong computer skills in a Windows environment including Outlook Excel and Word
Transportation/logistics experience
Ability to handle high volumes of inbound email
Effective presentation skills

Job Qualifications

Strong computer skills in a Windows environment including Outlook Excel and Word
Transportation/logistics experience
Ability to handle high volumes of inbound email
Effective presentation skills
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Knowledge of time/distance geography
Some familiarity with AS/400 operating system
Capable of working in a demanding deadline-driven environment with competing priorities and a focus on delivering projected results
Well organized and communicative with a high degree of initiative and independent execution

Job Duties

Professional internal and external communication with drivers via phone calls and system messages
Planning loads for assigned market areas and/or customer accounts
Pairing trucks that are empty and/or unloading soon with freight needing to be picked up and confirm assignments with drivers
Balancing and maintaining trailer pool inventory by routing outbound drivers in surplus regions to deficit areas with surging coverage needs
Load monitoring including resolving any issues that may affect the scheduled times for pickup or delivery while proactively communicating to affected customers
Generating regular and ad-hoc reporting as required

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