Load Planner
Green Bay, WI - USA
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Load Planner
Department:Operations
Location: Green Bay WI
Reports to: Terminal Manager
Principle Responsibilities:
- Coordinates with Sales/Warehouse to ensure that customers needs are being met by effective planning of assets and personnel.
- Effectively communicate pickup and delivery information to driver managers.
- Facilitate loading and equipment issues with warehouse.
- Coordinates with Customer Service to ensure that customers needs are being met by securing equipment for shipments.
- Effectively communicate pickup and delivery information to carriers.
- Plan loads and equipment to optimize ROI.
- Work with the Driver Managers to ensure the on time delivery requirements of the shippers are met.
- Communicate effectively with the shipper and Customer Service in any delays or problems in meeting on time service requirements.
- Forecast regional freight needs to Customer Service.
- Work with Driver Manager to meet drivers home time requirements.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Truck dispatch/planning/distribution experience required.
- Basic computer skills required in Outlook and Excel. Experience with transportation software is preferred.
- Ability to work in fast paced environment.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Shipper/trucking industry experience preferred.
Education: High school diploma or GED required.
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
- Benefits: Vision Medical and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
- Better Futures Program: 2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents;
- Paid Time Off: sick leave vacation and 6 company observed holidays;
- 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule and Base salary range of and
- This position is eligible to participate in the Companys quarterly bonus plan the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
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About Company
JBS Foods is a leading global food company, with operations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Europe, Mexico, New Zealand and the UK.