Transportation Logistics Planner

Ashley Global Retail • Arcadia, WI

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About The Position

As a Fleet Planner, you will be at the heart of our transportation operations, driving profit optimization by expertly coordinating freight and capacity within a designated geographic area. You will play a key role in ensuring load volumes align with network commitments, maximizing efficiency for both drivers and customers.

Requirements

• Previous experience in logistics, fleet planning, or transportation coordination.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate capacity, cost, and revenue data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive and creative problem-solving ability.
• Attention to detail in data entry, scheduling, and billing processes.
• Proficiency in transportation management software (TMS), load optimization tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Background in load optimization or capacity planning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule inbound trucks and outbound freight within a 24-72 hour timeframe, balancing the needs of drivers and customers while prioritizing equipment productivity.
• Maximize customer trailer pools and minimize inactive assets to improve operational efficiency.
• Review customer freight commitments daily, securing additional capacity as needed and making informed decisions about accepting or declining additional freight requests based on capacity, cost, and revenue.
• Work closely with the Customer Service and Sales teams to align freight volumes with network commitments.
• Collaborate with Area Managers to develop innovative customer solutions.
• Engage in cross-training with Customer Service Representatives to step in and meet customer demands as needed.
• Enter data accurately into systems, ensure billing information is correct, and maintain detailed records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Management of Companies and Enterprises