Position Overview We are seeking a dynamic and highly-driven Load Planner to join our team. This role focuses on maximizing efficiency, profitability, and on-time deliveries. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transportation planning, a deep understanding of what it takes to run productive trucks, and a problem-solving mindset essential for the fast-paced world of food-hauling logistics. Key Responsibilities
- Optimize Load Planning: Utilize the Optimal Dynamics system as the primary tool to create efficient, cost-effective, and timely delivery schedules for refrigerated local, regional, and long-haul loads.
- Problem-Solving Across Operations: Address real-time issues such as route changes, equipment breakdowns, load adjustments, and people-related challenges to ensure seamless operations.
- Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with the operations team including Customer Account Managers and Driver Managers to align load planning with customer needs, driver availability, and company goals.
- Focus on Metrics: Drive business success by achieving key performance metrics, including on-time deliveries, revenue growth, and profitability.
- Troubleshoot System Issues: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system-related problems independently or in collaboration with vendors as needed.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in transportation planning, preferably within food-hauling companies.
- Solid understanding of fleet productivity and operational requirements for refrigerated trucking.
- Proficiency with logistics software such as Optimal Dynamics, PowerPro, and Omnitracs.
Skills and Competencies
- Problem Solving: Quickly identify and resolve issues under tight deadlines.
- Active Listening: Communicate effectively with internal teams and vendors to understand and address needs.
- Fast-Paced Thinking: Thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure environment while maintaining accuracy.
- Detail Orientation: Ensure precise execution of load schedules and problem resolution.
- Multi-Tasking: Manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances seamlessly.
- Decision-Making: Make assertive and informed decisions to keep operations running smoothly.
Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to contribute to a company specializing in refrigerated food logistics, where your skills and expertise will directly impact operational success and customer satisfaction. Join our team and play a pivotal role in driving efficiency and excellence in transportation planning!
- Minimum of 1-3 years experience in logistics either planning, dispatch or customer service
- Proficient in using transportation management systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
- Team player with a collaborative mindset
- Bachelor's degree prefered