LOAD PLANNER
JBS USA · Greeley, CO · 2 mo ago
On-siteManagement$58k/yrOther
About the role
Coordinates with Sales, Warehouse, and Customer Service to ensure customers’ needs are met through effective planning of assets and personnel. Facilitates communication between driver managers, carriers, and shippers to optimize load planning, on-time delivery, and driver home-time requirements. Forecasts regional freight needs and resolves delays or service issues.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with Sales and Warehouse to plan assets and personnel based on customer needs.
- Communicate pickup and delivery information to driver managers and carriers.
- Facilitate loading and equipment issues with the warehouse.
- Secure equipment for shipments in collaboration with Customer Service.
- Plan loads and equipment to optimize ROI.
- Ensure on-time delivery requirements are met by working with Driver Managers.
- Communicate delays or problems to shippers and Customer Service.
- Forecast regional freight needs for Customer Service.
- Work with Driver Managers to meet driver home-time requirements.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Truck dispatch, planning, or distribution experience required.
- Basic computer skills in Outlook and Excel.
- Experience with transportation software preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Shipper/trucking industry experience preferred.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
Pay
Base salary range of $57,784. Eligible to participate in the Company’s quarterly bonus plan, with bonus amounts varying based on program terms.
Benefits
- Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
- Better Futures Program: 2-year community college tuition paid for you or your dependents.
- Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company-observed holidays.
- 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.