Carrier Logistics Planner

XTL Transport Inc.; Canada; Remote; CAD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance after probation

RRSP access

Competitive compensation

Work-life balance

Clean facilities

Annual footwear allowance

Job summary

XTL Transport Inc. is hiring a Carrier Logistics Planner to coordinate with partner carriers, secure capacity, and maintain margin goals. The role requires strong negotiation, excellent communication, and knowledge of North American geography, with English and French considered a plus.

Typical schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. You will develop carrier networks, monitor performance, and support pricing proposals while aligning with company values and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of transportation/logistics industry experience.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand our carrier partner network.
• Monitor, measure, and provide feedback on carrier performance.
• Negotiate rates and ensure margin objectives are met.
• Ensure carrier capacity exceeds customer demands.
• Enroll carriers in FourKites.

Skills

AS400

Lotus

Geography knowledge

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Bilingual English/French

Logistics experience

Team player

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Carrier Logistics Planner

Position Summary

Interact with partner carriers to ensure the highest level of service and capacity while achieving company margin objectives.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 05:00 pm

Responsibilities

1. Carrier Relations

• Develop and expand our carrier partner network by identifying carriers that meet or exceed our compliance standards and business requirements.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of partner carrier networks to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor, measure, and provide feedback on carrier performance in collaboration with other team members.
• Negotiate spot and dedicated rates with partner carriers while ensuring corporate margin objectives are achieved.
• Ensure carrier capacity consistently exceeds customer demands.
• Develop high-performing carriers from transactional relationships into core carrier partnerships.
• Ensure carriers are enrolled in FourKites.
• Evaluate and qualify prospective carriers using various online tools and resources.

2. Corporate Responsibilities

• Provide market rate information to support the development of pricing proposals.
• Participate in monthly corporate carrier representative meetings.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure successful order completion.
• Perform all responsibilities in alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
• Perform all responsibilities in accordance with the company's core values and the LEAD WITH GRACE philosophy.

3. Measurement and Control Responsibilities

• Maintain a high level of data integrity while creating, managing, and completing orders.
• Verify the accuracy of carrier information before finalizing orders.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support and provide backup coverage for other team members as required.
• Perform duties and responsibilities as outlined in team-specific workflows and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proficiency with computer systems; experience with AS400 and Lotus is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of North American geography.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset.
• 1 to 2 years of transportation/logistics industry experience and/or relevant post-secondary education.
• Self-motivated, eager to take on new challenges, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting with minimal supervision.

Working at XTL Means:

• Employer-paid group insurance coverage (100% paid by the company) after the 3-month probation period.
• Access to a Group RRSP following the probation period.
• Competitive compensation.
• A work schedule that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Clean facilities and modern equipment.
• Annual safety footwear allowance.

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