Extended Coverage Planner Days

Fort Worth, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

As part of the Extended Coverage Team the ECT Planner plays an important role in supporting freight flow and service performance during non-standard business hours. This position assists with load planning and operational tasks to ensure uninterrupted service. The ECT Planner works closely with ECT Planner team members Area Planners and other operations staff to build planning skills provide coverage support and maintain network efficiency.

Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday; 7am-5pm

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and manage a workload of 150 loads per week in alignment with shift priorities and operational targets

Assist with load planning and execution across multiple regions based on operational needs

Support planning activities by preparing and monitoring load information to ensure accurate scheduling and coverage

Handle a smaller less complex planning workload under the guidance of ECT Planner II Area Planners and leadership

Partner with ECT Planner II team members for guidance and to learn best practices for real-time planning and issue resolution

Monitor freight movements service metrics and driver schedules escalating potential service issues for resolution

Assist with assigning loads to drivers and make minor adjustments under supervision

Coordinate with Driver Managers Customer Service and Area Planners to ensure smooth

execution and communication during the shift

Document shift activity decisions and unresolved issues to enable seamless transitions between shifts

Provide backup planning coverage during peak times absences or coverage gaps as directed

Actively develop knowledge of systems freight planning processes and operational best practices by working with ECT Planner II and Area Planners

Talent Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelors in logistics or related field preferred
01 year of experience in transportation logistics or related field
Familiarity with AS400 routing software and Microsoft Office preferred
Strong problem-solving communication and organizational skills

Company Overview
Founded in 1935 Hirschbach Motor Lines has built a sterling reputation for delivering time and temperature-sensitive freight across 48 states. Today the organization generates $1 billion in revenue and has become the 2nd largest refrigerated carrier in North America with company headquarters in Dubuque Iowa. Hirschbach strives to provide the highest level of service in the industry offering a breadth of services including Dedicated Over the Road Expedited Entertainment and Logistics Solutions.

With a tenured history and vision for the future our company culture drives us to be the best in the business grounded in our All In To Win values. One key to trust is having a pool of talent and resources who are exceptionally competent capable and passionate for serving results to our customers.

Required Experience:

Junior IC