Logistics Load Planner

Responsibilities

• Analyze near future orders and dispatch pertinent information to Ball suppliers and transportation vendors in preparation of shipping to fulfill sales for the season.
• Manage efficient and cost-effective transportation services, deliver high quality product, through high level carrier performance to ensure best balance between cost and service.
• Determine standard/optimal methods of delivery for weekly shipments and propose other methods of delivery if unforeseen circumstances alter regular routings in order to guarantee the best quality of delivery for live perishable products and avoid damages and losses from extensive transit time or loss of temperature control.
• Create and manage all necessary shipment documentation and all other pertinent information to ensure smooth transition of goods from the origin to delivery to the final customer.
• Maintain contact with Ball Customer Service and Sales Team to adjust shipping plans based on order changes.
• Increase and maintain the present delivery routes and deliveries from our current delivery base (air, truck, LTL, Parcel).
• Process carrier invoices to ensure timely Accounts Payable approval and allocate costs to orders where applicable.
• File transportation claims with carriers and review internal claims from Ball customers including filing and determining if credits are due to the customer for damaged products.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years in logistics/transportation work
• High School Diploma/GED required, Associate Degree or higher preferred
• Must have a working knowledge of domestic transportation networks, modes of shipments and required steps to move products in North America
• Strong software and system skills – SAP, Microsoft Suite
• High accuracy and attention to detail combined with ability to multitask and prioritize daily work
• Ability to interact with cross-functional teams to resolve transportation issues related to movement, billing, invoice payment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit/stand 100% of the time
• Ability to use fingers/hands 100% of the time
• Ability to work in an office setting

Pay

Pay Range: $20-27/hour