Load Planner (Supply Chain / Logistics)

Position Summary : Penske Logistics is looking for a Load Planner to become part of an excellent team.

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This is a great opportunity for an individual who is self-motivated, has strong analytical and computer skills, strong attention to detail and is enthusiastic to work in a customer-centric environment.

This position coordinates all processes and functions of load planning and freight movement.

Shift : Monday thru Friday 5 : 00pm

• 1 : 00am.

Shift flexibility is required to meet customer demand.

Major Responsibilities : Process customer orders, plan & optimize shipments into loads, tender freight to third-party carriers Update Transportation Management System with current shipment information.

Provide detailed instruction to various customers & 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.

Complete daily logs and trackers Handle rate negotiations with carriers on a spot rate basis Identify cost savings opportunities for the customer 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 Qualifications : Two (2) plus years of experience in Transportation / Supply Chain preferred Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize time sensitive situations in a fast paced environment Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Advanced desktop computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Outlook required Strong customer focus Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with customers as well as Penske associates Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment Strong organizational skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Must be able to learn and regularly operate various computer systems across different platforms Ability to work First, Second and Third Shift as needed.

Flexibility with scheduling required.

Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.

Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, criminal history, and drug screening) required.

Physical Requirements : -The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms.

The associate must be able to occasionally lift and / or move up to 25lbs / 12kg.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Penske Truck Leasing / Transportation Solutions Penske Truck Leasing / Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward.

With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success.

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Job Category : Logistics / Supply Chain Job Function : Logistics & Supply Chain Job Family : Operations Address : 4000 S Tulip Tree Dr Primary Location : US-IN-Princeton Employer : Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID : 2415244