Transload Load Planner

Job Overview
As a Load Planner, you will be responsible for coordinating and planning the movement of freight to ensure timely and efficient deliveries.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communication and Collaboration: Maintain effective communication with internal teams, customers, transportation carriers, and other stakeholders involved in the transloading process for efficient execution
• Provide regular updates on shipment status, address inquiries and resolve any issues or concerns promptly
• Collaborate with different departments to streamline processes and improve overall operational efficiency
• Schedule and Plan Transloading Activities: Develop schedules and plans for transloading operations based on customer requirements, shipment volumes and available resources
• Perform unit assignment and EDI rail billing function for completed outbound units
• Vessel Processing: Monitor vessel ETA’s, verify internal data against ocean carrier documents, provide Customs manifests to Brokers, validate exchange rates
• Facilitate Store Distributions: validate customer allocations against in-house references and quantities for direct store deliveries
• Occasional need to physically assess cargo condition on site for internal reporting and provide direction to warehouse provider
• Perform other related duties as required in Domestic Operations departments

Qualifications:

• Transportation Industry (preference given to candidates with warehouse, intermodal and freight forwarding experience)
• Additional education or certification in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is a plus
• Familiarity with Canada Customs documentation and requirements (preferred but not required

Skills and Technical Knowledge:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with diverse stakeholders and resolve issues effectively
• Proficiency in using computer systems and software applications Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and Outlook) and ability to learn other systems related to logistics and operations management
• Ability to work in a team, as well as individually, as required
• Ability to work under stringent time constraints
• Ability to set and adjust priorities to meet simultaneous needs
• Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make quick decisions to address operational challenges
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Organized and logical, willing to adapt to changes as business requires

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person