Network Planner

Open 30d

Responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Responsible for daily planning and assignment of customer loads to the dispatch team.
Approve or decline CSR submissions for same day and next day customer load offers.
Development of driver routes based on customer pickup and delivery schedules.
Manage fleet requests for production, maintenance and home time.
Continual review of inbound/outbound freight, empty/committed truck statuses and trailer availability to maximize asset utilization.
Responsible for allocation of trailers to customers and geographic areas based on customer and company needs.
Manage the day-to-day utilization of drop yards and terminals.
Coordinate with Sales, Fleet Management, Customer Service, and Drivers to ensure maximum productivity, customer service and driver satisfaction.
Plan and implement processes as necessary to improve routing and equipment utilization performance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to provide effective planning to maximize service and financial performance
Knowledge of national, regional and metropolitan geography and roadways
Knowledge of DOT regulations including hours of services rules with ability to incorporate rules into daily shipment planning
Ability to communicate with internal and external customers and business partners in a professional and respectful manner
Provide detailed instruction to various personnel via email and phone
Ability to develop relations with Fleet Managers, drivers, management and internal and external business partners
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required; experience with transportation management systems a plus
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently; bi-lingual Spanish a plus