Load Planner

JBS Carriers • Greeley, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Load Planner position at JBS Carriers, Inc. is part of the Operations Department and is located in Greeley, CO. This role is responsible for coordinating with Sales/Warehouse and Customer Service to ensure customer needs are met through effective planning of assets, personnel, and equipment. The Load Planner will communicate pickup and delivery information to driver managers and carriers, facilitate loading and equipment issues with the warehouse, and plan loads to optimize ROI. This role also involves working with Driver Managers to meet on-time delivery requirements and driver home time needs, forecasting regional freight needs, and communicating any delays or problems to relevant parties. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Truck dispatch/planning/distribution experience required.
• Basic computer skills required in Outlook and Excel.
• 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.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with transportation software is preferred.
• Shipper/trucking industry experience preferred.

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 driver’s home time requirements.
• Additional duties as assigned.

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
• Base salary range of $57,784
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s quarterly bonus plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED