Power Transport Planner

About the role

The Power Transport Planner is responsible for managing freight and equipment planning within a defined geographic region or customer segment. This role executes the day-to-day planning strategy for their area, ensuring freight moves on time, trailers are managed efficiently, and drivers are effectively utilized. The Power Transport Planner serves as a key connection point between operations, customer service, and the extended coverage team, with accountability for service performance and planning execution in their area.

Responsibilities

• Own the daily planning and execution strategy for a specific region or book of business under guidance from leadership
• Plan and manage a workload of 400+ loads per week, meeting service and efficiency targets
• Assign freight to drivers based on Hours of Service (HOS), availability, and service commitments
• Monitor service performance and escalate or resolve issues related to delays, disruptions, or capacity shortages
• Manage trailer pools, drop yards, and stale trailer reporting within the assigned area
• Serve as the primary planning contact for internal teams supporting the region (Driver Managers, Customer Service, Sales)
• Coordinate with ECT Planners to ensure seamless after-hours coverage and issue resolution
• Leverage planning systems and tools (AS400, Power BI, Orbcomm, PC*Miler, Manhattan) for informed decision-making
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to support process improvement, cost reduction, and service enhancement initiatives
• Support the onboarding and training of new or less experienced planners when requested

Collaborative, fast-paced environment with frequent cross-departmental communication

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of experience in freight planning, dispatch, or transportation operations
• Solid understanding of Hours of Service (HOS), routing, and equipment utilization
• Proficiency in AS400, planning software, Microsoft Office, and analytical tools like Power BI
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7am-5pm