Transportation Capacity Planner

Pay Range: $28.30 - $35.35 hour

Shift: Day

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

This position coordinates all processes and functions of load planning and freight movement using our TMS platform. Candidate must be self-motivated, have strong analytical and computer skills, strong attention to detail and be enthusiastic to work in a customer-centric environment.

DECISION MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process customer orders, plan & optimize shipments into loads, make loading and unloading appointments, tender freight to third-party carriers and internal fleet.
• Update Transportation Management System with current shipment information.
• Provide detailed instruction to associates from other shifts by phone and e-mail
• Provide visibility to management and the customer by tracking, process over-sight, auditing, researching and troubleshooting operational issues or functions.
• Handle rate negotiations with carriers on a spot rate basis
• Identify cost savings opportunities
• Coordinates with carriers to ensure on-time delivery by tracking trucks for pick-up, estimating times of arrival and delivery, and recovering loads when necessary
• Provides load exception investigation and reporting
• Weighs alternative financial decisions before taking action
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

• Ability to provide effective planning to maximize service and financial performance
• Knowledge of national and regional 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, phone and logistics business network.
• Ability to develop relations with fleet managers, management and internal / external business partners
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SAP and transportation management systems a plus
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must be able to sybmit and pass a background check.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience with SAP
• Experience with Transportation Management Software
• Strong customer focus
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with customers as well as carriers and TEAM members
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook email

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit for long periods of time 
• Consistent and reliable attendance
• Ability to work in fast paced, high pressure situations

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new Team Members.