Logistics Planner - DTS FLEX

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Logistics, Transportation, Fleet Maintenance and Supply Chain Services in the World!

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Summary

This Logistics Planner position is responsible for the planning of routes and scheduling of resources, resource optimization for multiple accounts across zone(s), identifying available capacity and determining and executing on the best allocation of people, trucks, and freight for increased revenue and profitability.

Essential Functions

All day monitoring of trip progression and resource utilization. Utilizing Geotab, RyderDrive to make sure drivers are staying on schedule and coordinating when needed with the Driver Manager in cases where drivers are not adhering to schedule or there are service failures.

Taking feedback from Driver Manager on driver issues with routes (bridges, tolls etc). Making adjustments when needed to routes that impact driver payroll.

Manage equipment by selecting the trailer and driver for the freight, coordinate through Equipment Manager in order to select the optimal equipment / truck / trailer for operational efficiency and profitability.

Making certain application fits the equipment and it is not in for repair or PMs.

Efficiently assign loads to drivers to maximize profitability, customer satisfaction and driver retention for assigned market areas.

Including monitoring ongoing freight optimization based on current loads in progress. Must show fiscal responsibility to Ryder and customer when selecting routes along with favorably assigning work to drivers that best fit schedule, application and location.

Responsible for working with Account Management and / or backhaul coordination team to develop executable solution to increase revenue or bottom-line financial performance through third-party freight, backhauls, or headhauls, by leveraging increased resource utilization or idle capacity.

Develop freight / delivery recovery plan for customer shipments when issues arise either enroute or before departure by working with the customer through the Account Management team or Customer Service team.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

In addition, YOU are the management and professional representative of the Ryder organization.

If your work experience and / or education aligns with the Requirements and Responsibilities listed below, APPLY NOW!!

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written forms with employees, peers and management.
• Strong organizational, follow-up and computer skills required.
• Ability to work self directed with minimal supervision.
• Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.
• Ability to learn new IT systems.
• Anticipate, recognize and deal efficiently with existing or potential conflicts at the individual, group or situation level.
• Ability to accurately analyze situation and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Establish and maintain healthy working relationships with customers, vendors, and peers.
• Ability to meet or exceed team / driver needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma / GED required General
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain
• Four (4) years to Six (6) years or more of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse or industry related field. preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Route Planning, required
• Knowledge of DOT requirements, required

Travel : 1-10%

DOT Regulated : None

We are seeking the best and most promising candidates to provide creativity, agility and superior customer service that will exceed our Customer’s expectation.

If you possess a strong work ethic and a burning desire to succeed and grow your career, then we have an opportunity for YOU!

You MUST be willing to commit yourself to align with our core values : Trust, Innovation, Expertise, Collaboration and Safety.

The ability to embrace and utilize Technology as part of your daily routine is crucial.

In addition to a comprehensive benefit package, a 401(K) Savings Plan with a company match, discounted stock purchase options and performance-based annual cost of living increases, we are proud to offer :

• Comprehensive training and the ability to continue your professional development
• Regional and local Ryder resources to help guide and support as we grow this offering.
• The stability and peace-of-mind that comes with working for a World-Class, Fortune 500 organization that has been in business for over 85 years with over 36,000 employees worldwide.
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave
• Additional day of Paid Time Off for Military Veterans

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

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