Job Opening: Load Planner/ Dispatcher
Description
We have a direct hire opening for a Load Planner/Dispatcher in Reno at a logistics company that specializes in both TL and LTL shipments with their fleet of 37 trucks that are dedicated to shipping lanes in 11 Western states. This is a 1st shift opening.
In this role, organize transportation for various customers and accounts utilizing the company’s drivers, communicate with brokers, customers, and drivers to ensure timely delivery, and use TMS software to track shipments and provide updates.
Direct Hire Opportunity – Be on our client’s payroll from Day 1!
Salary and Shift Information:
- Pay: $30-$35/hour
- 1st shift: 7 AM-4 PM; Monday-Friday (Be on call after hours one week per month; for this work, earn an additional $100 stipend)
- Benefits: Health, vision, dental insurance, paid time off, 401k plan with a 4% match
Job Duties of the Load Planner/Dispatcher:
- Book loads for drivers outside of the customer network with brokers
- Book and negotiate rates for backhauls and head hauls with brokers, and update them on their loads
- Load planning and schedule drivers based on availability
- Data entry in the TMS (entering orders, New customers and/or brokers, and customer specific SOPs)
- Enter load and shipment data into the TMS and verify that all details are accurate and compliant
- Interact with customers and brokers via phone calls, texts, and email
- Assist customers with inquiries about shipment requirements and other areas where they lack knowledge or need support
- Update customers to address issues and delays that occur
- Reduce the amount of time or distance a truck travels empty without carrying a load
- Ensure tractor revenue per mile stays at the required level to generate revenue
- Ensure all shipping and receiving location details provided by customers and brokers are correct
- Keep records of freight rates, lane history, and other metrics for continuous improvement
- Dispatch drivers with their route plans
- Help drivers with dispatch issues, routing, trip planning, and handle emergency calls that arise during transit
- Work with each department to ensure all safety and maintenance can be performed
Job Requirements of the Load Planner/Dispatcher:
- Have 2 years of experience working in the transportation/logistics industry.
- Experience with TMS software and Excel.
- Understand Hours of Service regulations that govern the working hours of truck drivers.
- Experience in load planning or dispatching within a logistics environment.
- Solve problems quickly and effectively under pressure.
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