Transportation Planner Jobs

POSITION:

Transportation Planner

REPORTS TO:

Transportation Manager

DEPARTMENT:

Transportation & Distribution

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

This position is responsible for the daily outbound load planning for distribution across US and Canada to ensure timely and efficient delivery. The Logistics Planner will have daily interaction with various internal departments and logistics service providers. The Logistics Planner will coordinate and consolidate loads effectively and liaise with the other internal departments as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Plan loads by arranging for multiple stop shipments (LTL/multistop load) on each load and assigning the appropriate carriers based on the FFP (Furlanis Freight Program) listing and carrier ranking by lane assignment supplied by Logistics Management; this is a large functional aspect of the position

• Verify and complete required custom documentation for cross border shipping.

• Create daily Outbound and Customer Pickup (CPU) schedules using Transportation Management Software (TMS).

• Assist carriers with all challenges in regard to planned loads.

• Effectively communicate with internal departments, carriers and 3PL partners.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:

• 2 - 5 years on-the-job experience in a 3PL or dispatch setting

• Knowledge of Customs documentation and USMCA regulations.

• Familiarity with freight rates and carrier cost structures preferable

EDUCATION:

• High school or equivalent

• Post-secondary education preferred

• Designation of “Customs Compliance Specialist” (CCS) preferred

OTHER SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Proficient experience in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, ERP and TMS

o Heavily Excel

• Demonstrates organizational, multi-tasking, and analytical skills

• Decision making abilities in order to select most cost-effective carriers

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Working with production delays & changes; having to adapt accordingly

If you or someone you know is interested and qualified, please send your application to Furlani Foods’ HR department at [email protected] by April 19th.