What are the responsibilities and job description for the Load Planner position at Saia Logistics Services LLC?
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Position Summary
Optimizes the loading and routing of freight to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
Major Tasks and Responsibilities
- Optimizes transportation costs via transportation management software.
- Tracks and develops action plans for on-time performance and tender acceptance.
- Communicates with cross-functional teams regarding shipment status updates and changes.
- Approves or denies any accessorial charge requests, such as out-of-route miles and unloading fees.
- Plans freight loads for customers by understanding the needs and urgency to plan the loads cost-effectively.
- Forwards shipment information to cross-functional teams once the load has been dispatched.
- Maintains accurate records of all load planning activities and documentation.
- Analyzes shipping and loading data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in business or a related field.
- 2 years of transportation experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Willingness to work flexible hours.
Benefits
At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.
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At Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.
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