Logistics Planner

CMC•Fredericksburg, VA

2d•$68,900 - $103,325•Onsite

About The Position

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you’ll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.

Requirements

DOT manual compliance and regulations knowledge
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with Logistics processes & operations
Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities daily
Excellent follow up, research and investigational skills
Accuracy and accountability are essential
Ability to change priorities quickly, work effectively under time constraints, contribute to the team effort and see the big picture
Ability to adapt quickly to fluid transportation circumstances
Problem resolution and conducting crucial conversations
Strong organization and people skills are required

Nice To Haves

TM software experience is a plus
Peoplenet / Drivecam experience

Responsibilities

Daily logistics and dispatch functions-assigning and dispatching all freight for two fabrication shops utilizing both CMC fleet and 3rd party carriers
Communicate daily with fleet drivers and carriers all expectations pertaining to loading and delivery
Act as a primary liaison between the shop, drivers, carriers, along with the consignee as needed with any issues either at the shop or delivery locations
Optimizing fleet and carrier usage based on the delivery markets and costs
Maintain excellent customer service and foster positive relationships with carriers
Ability to determine correct truck / trailer count to cover the shipping volume needed to service customers
Driver and asset management
Maintain asset files for trucks and trailers
SAP maintenance
Monitoring compliance with DOT.FMCSA regulations
Scheduling truck maintenance as needed working with the location and drivers to avoid service interruptions
Problem resolution and monthly DOT driver safety meeting
Monitor/coach Drive Cam events
Supervise truck maintenance and DOT logs while ensuring that proper equipment is available
MWH (Miles without hours) reporting when needed
Driver recruitment/onboarding/termination maintenance
Support driver well being to maximize productivity and driver retention
Maintenance of trailer tracking and associated devices (Power Fleet)
Coordinate removal and cancellation of devices taken out of service such as but not limited to drive cam, GPS trackers, ect
Assist drivers experiencing mechanical issues and coordinate with appropriate service providers to minimize downtime
Work with other CMC locations such as but not limited to mills and fab shops with fleet and 3rd party carriers to maximize utilization and reduce costs
Other responsibilities as required