What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner - ATS Inc. position at Anderson Trucking Service?

Summary

Responsible for coordinating all load assignments. Provide continuous improvement in the productivity of ATS assets and to ensure that safe, efficient, and valuable transportation is provided to all ATS customers. Acts as the main communicator between the CSR and Fleet Manager.

Education and Experience

High School education plus two years post high school education and at least three years related experience in van operations.
Must be self-motivated, able to multi-task and work independently.
Must be a team player, amenable to a variety of work projects.
Must be analytical with the ability to apply data.
Must be proficient in responding to internal and external customer situations, responding to customer needs as required.
Must be able to both think creatively and provide creative contributions to projects.
Must be able to demonstrate a proactive commitment to ATS corporate values and the success of all staff.
Meets all company and department objectives and deadlines.
Follows all company and department policies and procedures.
Works within budget that is set for the department.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) required.
Excellent communication skills (written, listening and verbal).
Willing and able to travel occasionally, including overnight travel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinates all load assignments

Assigns all trucks in area to freight which enable fleet managers to dispatch loads

Follows all loads to assure on time pick-ups

Responsible for trailing equipment between areas to assure customer has proper equipment for product on a timely basis

Monitors utilization and inventory of trailers at customers yard and terminal pools

Improves productivity of ATS assets to ensure safe, efficient and valuable transportation is provided to all ATS customers

Utilizes new or diversified business opportunities to move excess freight

Monitors and controls costs by meeting or exceeding company goals

Dollars per day per truck

Less dwell time

Percent loaded

Suggests changes and new ideas that would benefit customers and ATS

Communicates between CSR and Fleet Manager

Assists CSR in establishing proper appointments

Coordinates with CSR the balance of freight to available power units and deciding which customer is the priority

Communicates any service problems to CSR Manager and Operations Manager and finds solution to eliminate service problems in the future

Assigns all loads within critical dispatch time.

Avoids having no more than 5% of all trailers to sit idle over 30 days and no trailer to sit idle over 45 days, except for major repairs.

Keeps dollars per day per truck consistent with divisional goals and keeps percent loaded consistent with divisional goals.

In support of ATS’s culture, all employees are expected to consistently, effectively and reliably perform in accordance with the Company’s values as set forth in our core competencies and behaviors (All Employee Competencies and Manager Competencies)

Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours, and infrequent travel may be required.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position performs work primarily in an office setting.

Constantly in a stationary position and occasionally will move around.

Constantly operates a keyboard and mouse and constantly utilizes a computer monitor(s).

Constantly conversing with internal and external customers in person or via phone system.

Compensation & Benefits

This position has a base salary range of $45,000 to $65,000 plus a position specific incentive. Base salary offered is determined by relevant experience, education, certifications, and geographic location as compared to others doing substantially similar work. In addition to the base salary, employees may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which can vary depending on individual and / or company performance.

Anderson Trucking Service is committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Employees will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401k retirement savings plan effective on the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Additionally, we provide paid holidays, paid time off, access to professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources to our employees. Our goal is to ensure that all employees have the support and resources they need to thrive both professionally and personally.

EEO and Affirmative Action Statement

It is the policy of the ATS to provide for and promote equal employment opportunity in employment compensation and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, Vietnam Era Veteran status, genetic predisposition, or carrier status.

The ATS designated person for issues concerning Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity is Director of Human Resources at 320-255-7400.

ATS is committed to assuring equal employment opportunity and equal access to services, programs and activities for individuals with disabilities. It is the policy of the ATS to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified individual with a disability to enable such individual to perform the essential functions of the position for which he / she is applying or in which he / she is employed.

The policy applies to all employment practices and actions. It includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, job application process, examination and testing, hiring, training, disciplinary actions, rate of pay or other compensation, advancement, classification, transfer, reassignment and promotions.

Salary : $45,000 - $65,000

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