Load Planner

Job description

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here . Job Description: SUMMARY Load planner will use logistics experience and expertise to plan loads effectively and most efficiently as possible. Provides effective planning and coordination of freight for third party logistics, including maximizing service and cost performance of outbound and inbound freight for all customer orders. This is a grocery distribution account operating 24/7 by delivering product to our customers' stores. Position requires an individual who thinks analytically and has the ability to plan ahead or decide on the spot in demanding and rapidly changing situations while maintaining professionalism. Position requires working on own authority, but will rely on manager when necessary for final authority or questions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Plans/builds daily routing of loads based on freight distribution to stores from the customer on required delivery dates/times Schedules delivery times as required to meet delivery windows or set times by the customer & creates load plan accordingly Communicates and coordinates information to the drivers assigned to haul the freight Ensures adherence to plan...