Transportation Load Planner
Ryerson · University Park, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteManufacturing$27.25–$34.07/hrFull-time
About the role
Join Central Steel & Wire, part of the Ryerson Family of Companies, a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1909. As a Load Planner, you will design cost-efficient routing with a high level of customer service, ensuring on-time delivery to customers. You will analyze shipments to create work plans that meet customer expectations while minimizing asset use mileage and maximizing route stops and load weight.
Responsibilities
- Produce day-to-day transportation plans to meet delivery dates utilizing routing software (OTM and SAP).
- Identify shipping opportunities for improved performance such as truckload multi-stops and consolidated shipments.
- Perform methodical data analysis of the plan to maximize asset use and service requirements while reducing cost.
- Create and maintain reporting on transportation goals.
- Identify and resolve carrier performance issues such as missed loads, stops, and pick-ups.
- All other duties as assigned; responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a transportation role.
- Computer skills required (OTM/SAP experience a plus).
- Ability to manage changing priorities and multiple tasks.
- Track record of being a self-motivated, results-oriented team player.
- Professional communication skills with internal and external customers.
Pay
$27.25 - $34.07 per hour. A starting salary higher than $27.25 per hour is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 12:00 PM until 8:30 PM.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- 401K plans with employer-matching contributions.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid vacation, sick, and holidays.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Telehealth and Wellness Programs.