What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trucking Dispatcher/Load Planner - Remote position at Carrier X Group LLC?
Job Overview
As a Load Planner, you will be responsible for coordinating and planning the transportation of goods efficiently. You will play a crucial role in ensuring timely deliveries and optimizing transportation routes.
You will be be responsible for load planning, data entry, and updates for all carriers/trucks/drivers assigned to you. The right candidate for this job will have multiple years of experience in load planning for owner operators/fleets using DAT and other load boards.
Duties
- Communicate effectively with drivers, brokers/customers, and internal teams to coordinate shipments
- Utilize transportation management systems for load planning
- Execute transportation planning to meet customer requirements
- Collaborate with third-party logistics providers (3PL) for efficient freight movement
- Search for loads via DAT and other load boards, negotiate competitive rates
- Oversee fleet management activities to ensure on-time deliveries
- Coordinate shipping and receiving activities to maintain smooth operations
- Utilize phone systems for communication within the logistics network
Qualifications
- Proficiency in transportation management systems
- Experience in transportation planning and load optimization
- Knowledge of 3PL operations and best practices
- Familiarity with HOS and other FMCSA/DOT regulations
- Strong understanding of fleet management principles
- Prior experience in shipping, receiving, and logistics coordination
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $480.00 - $4,800.00 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Experience:
- Dispatching: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Atlanta, GA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $480 - $4,800