Planner - Level 1

Transx Ltd•Winnipeg, MB

22h•Onsite

About The Position

TransX Ltd has an exciting opportunity for a Planner Level 1 to join our Operations Department. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, this position is responsible for the daily regional plan for the specified areas. Primary daily tasks involve identifying assets and allocating them to the freight in a cost effective, efficient manner, whilst both meeting customer requirements and aiding in the success of our drivers. It is the planner’s responsibility to ensure all freight is covered to service on time, and all available drivers are planned. A planner is expected to “own” the region and know what is going on within the area at all times. Key responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of truckload transportation, optimizing routing and scheduling, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role manages and coordinates transportation resources to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and builds a high-performing team through development and succession planning. Building strong relationships with CSRs, customers, dispatchers, and drivers is key for the planner as well, and will help the individual to flourish in this position. As an employee of TransX, the Planner position is expected to align with the TransX Core Values for Teamwork, Safety, Innovation, Accountability, Integrity and Respect.

Requirements

Secondary Education – Preferably in logistics or supply chain management
Logistics / Supply Chain experience an asset
Computer proficient in a variety of software applications (MS Office, proprietary engine and component software programs, call centre applications, etc.)
Excellent communication skills
Capable of multi-tasking with keen ability to prioritize
Practiced in Time Management, with superior organizational skills.
Able to adapt to daily changes and effectively deal with stressful situations
Able to make decisions with limited supervision
Analytical thinking
Computer literate & Proficient
Able to accurately identify and proactively resolve problems
Knowledge of the trucking industry and associated rules and regulations (ex. Hours of service regulations)

Responsibilities

Identifying Assets and Allocating Freight
Plan right type of trucks on right type of loads ensuring drivers get at least 500 miles a day.
Ensuring loads are planned to service on time by checking drivers time off/hours of service
Reporting of Imbalance of trucks Vs loads
Preplan at least 3 days in advance
Focus on picking up loads direct from Customer and avoid City driver pick up’s
Clean up late to start report daily.
Ensuring Service, Minimizing Downtime, Monitoring Equipment
Preplan of trailers for live loads and drop switches at Customers
Determine the size and scope of projects
SA the orders and communicate to CSR for any late loads for rebook.
Analyze distribution process and make improvement suggestions as necessary
Preparing reports to upper-management to help with decision-making
Work on Planning KPI – minimizing Empty miles, Brokerage, LOS, Utilization, late to start report
Communications and Relationship Building
Area balance to be sent out daily for same day and next day and for the whole weekend on Friday
Sales needs to be communicated to CSR/Sales teams for loads.
Relationship with Outbound Customers, Shops, Terminal
Communicate with suppliers or clients to work out specifics for delivery.

Benefits

Comprehensive group health benefits
RRSP company match programs
Referral bonus program
Training and tuition reimbursement
Annual employee recognition & appreciation events
Years of service awards
Employee spotlights in our TransX Newsletter
Safety recognition
Annual performance incentives
Employee and family assistance program
Encouraged work-life balance
Corporate discounts at partnered organizations (gyms, travel, clothing, equipment, etc.)
Team environment, professional & personal growth