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Load Planner (Temp to Hire)

PANTOS

Load Planner (Temp to Hire)

Fort Worth, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    A load planner works to streamline all aspects of the freight transportation process. In this job, you focus on reducing shipping time, expediting routes, and maximizing loads for all types of cargo transport. Your duties in this career include working with both a dispatcher and fleet managers to plan and carry out shipping operations.

     

    PRIMARY R&RS

    • Expedited shipments
      • Obtains all AFA/Expedite/Tradeshow/Samples rate requests from order management for all shipments and orders originating out of our LG DCs
      • Sets up all Expedite, Tradeshow, and in system Samples from of our LG DC’s
      • Sets up all in system white glove deliveries for VIP customers and tradeshows
      • Reports are generated for all expedited shipments.
    • Track and Trace
      • All Expedited shipments that have been set up by Load Planner to ensure on time delivery is made.
      • Email request sent by anyone within the company asking for the status of an order or load, --follow-up that they shipped and when they will deliver for the organization
      • Responsible for order re-consignments and after the fact accessorial charges.
      • Works with requestors and carriers to have shipments upgraded to guarantee on time delivery.
      • Compiles data for a daily compliance customer report for LG corporate by ensuring that order are not at risk for not meeting customer compliance (reduction in chargebacks)

    SECONDARY R&RS

    • International Orders
      • Quotes International orders originating out of our LG DCs for all load planners, when they request
      • Completes Commercial invoices for all expedited shipments
    • POD/ BOL/ PL Requests
      • Provides POD’s
      • Provides BOL’s and packing list to customers and carriers
    • Coverage
      • Assists team members with their duties when needed
      • Other duties assigned

     

    REQUIREMENT

    • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent preferred
    • Experience in Logistics is a plus
    • Proficiency in and use of computer skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
    • Detail oriented and ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize time sensitive situations in a fast paced environment