Intermediate Logistics Planner (Transportation)

Landolakes • Ames, IA

102d • $69,040 - $103,560

About The Position

The Intermediate Logistics Planner will be responsible for the internal and external customer support for the company's truck transportation load scheduling and services function; responsible for maintenance of the company's truck freight economics activities including motor freight economics analysis and appropriate use and application of the truck freight rate database.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree plus 3 years qualified experience and/or training in logistics, transportation, or Ag background.
• Experience with computer and office procedures.
• Customer Relations and people management background a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the database of all current and historical truck freight rates by geographical region, by carrier and by equipment type is developed and maintained.
• Obtain billing information from any new customer to ensure proper billing.
• Develop, maintain and report on carrier scorecards increasing efficiencies and aligning with appropriate carriers.
• Verify carriers being used have proper operating authority, insurance, W-9 and other documentation.
• Manage rate negotiation with carriers and customers daily.
• Oversee daily progress of all carriers and load completion.
• Support the long-term and short-term goals of the department.
• Solicit new business opportunities through networking, suppliers, customers, carriers and general research.
• Communicate all potential business development opportunities to Manager, Truck Sales and Service.
• Become familiar with DOT hours of service rules and be knowledgeable on all HAZMAT regulations as well as customs and border crossing procedures into Canada.
• Work cross-functionally with internal departments to improve the customer, supplier and carrier experience, and identify fix root causes.
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner via phone, email, and any other means that is applicable.
• Demonstrate the ability to accept a variety of duties ranging from special projects directed by the business unit, cross training with other Transportation Coordinators, and filling in during short absences of key position personnel.
• Build and maintain relationships with sales staff, procurement, owner support and accounting teams.
• Identify and implement process improvements that will enhance department and carrier productivity and effectiveness.
• Ensure appropriate processes are in place, documented and communicated appropriately to stakeholders.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• PTO.
• Life & disability insurance.
• Education assistance.
• 401k.
• Variety of well-being resources.
• Prorated PTO and holiday pay for part-time employees.
• Employee development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree