Logistics Planner

We are looking for a detail-oriented Load Planner / Truck Dispatcher to dispatch and load plan our drivers to pick-up and delivery locations.

In this role, your duties will include communicating with other load planners, drivers, customers and others involved to record their requirements. Planning and adjusting routes, as well as scheduling drivers to deliver or collect freight, and shipments.

To ensure success as a Load Planner / Dispatcher, you should exhibit extensive experience in dispatching trucks and the ability to work under pressure. Ultimately, an outstanding Load Planner / Dispatcher is someone whose organizational skills translate into exceptional freight delivery services.

Responsibilities:

• Scheduling drivers to make freight, and shipment pick-ups and deliveries.
• Communicating with load planners and drivers about freight details, delivery or pickup times, and special handling requests.
• Planning pre-determined routes and accommodating route changes as needed.
• Preparing, organizing, and utilizing dispatch documents, as well as tracking requested information for management and customers.
• Maintaining records of dispatched calls, driver routes, route changes, as well as delivery and pickup times.
• Keeping track of transportation regulations and laws to ensure that drivers comply.
• Reviewing drivers’ logs, including dispatched calls and arrival times.
• Monitoring truck repairs and maintenance schedules.
• Logging customer shipping and receiving details, including; schedules, directions, and complaints.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's or Associate Degree would be advantageous.
• 2-3 years of experience in logistics or a similar industry.
• Exceptional ability to schedule drivers, plan routes, and dispatch drivers to customer locations.
• Extensive experience in customer services.
• Experience with Transportation Management Software (TMS), such as Motive, Samsara, McLeod, Omnitracs or other similar platforms.
• Proficiency in office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to monitor drivers' logs, truck maintenance schedules, and repairs.
• Knowledge of applicable transportation regulations and laws.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15