Planner - Regional Division - Peterborough, Canada - E.G. Gray Transportation Ltd.

E.G. Gray Transportation Ltd.

Verified Company

Peterborough, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

A Planner will match appropriate equipment to priority loads, based on hours of service regulations, customer service requirements and equipment utilization goals.

A Planner will participate in the activities that support the stated overall goals of the Operations Department.

Reports to:
Operations Manager

Direct Reports - No Direct Reports

Responsibilities

Plans freight making sound load assignment decisions measuring safety, fairness, consistency and compliance with applicable legislation
Ensuring the driving force is evenly utilized, while maximizing revenue and decreasing dead head miles
Works closely with CSR's and Driver Managers to deliver consistent, highquality service to our customers and internal customers (Operators)
Manages load board
Reports inefficient lanes to Operations Manager
Liaise with brokerage on orders that cannot be serviced by assets to ensure customer service is met
Works with Lane Balancer to assist freight shortfalls
Bids on Brokerage Freight for Unfilled Lanes
Audit and reconcile trailer pools within designated drop yards
Completes daily trailer reconcile
Works with Driver Manager for dispatches to Operators on next day load specifics
With direction from Customer Service replenish or remove equipment from trailer pools to meet customer expectations
Coordinates with Warehouse Supervisor with load manifests, unload manifests and paperwork flow
Works closely with Maintenance department to coordinate OOS equipment from all terminals

Minimum Qualifications and Skills Requirements

Education equivalent to completion of High School. Diploma/Degree preferred
Minimum of 3 to 4 years in related occupation
Able to function effectively under pressure and as a member of a multidisciplinary team with a minimum of supervision
Excellent listening, motivating, communicating and negotiating skills
Strong knowledge of H.O.S. regulations
Strong geographical knowledge
General understanding highway traffic rules and regulations including weight limitations
General knowledge of all transport equipment types

Working Conditions