Logistics Planner

Canadian Prairie Transport Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Prairie Transport Inc. in Winnipeg, MB is seeking a Logistics Planner to coordinate daily shipment schedules for dry and temperature-controlled freight.

The role is on-site, full-time, and involves tracking shipments, updating systems, and supporting drivers and customers with timely information. You will work with the operations and dispatch teams to resolve issues, optimize routes, and sustain high service standards while analyzing data to reduce costs and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years in transportation/trucking required.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Planning and route optimization experience.
• Clear communication with drivers, operations, and customers.
• Knowledge of freight flows and logistics practices desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily shipment schedules.
• Optimize routes to maximize fleet efficiency.
• Monitor shipment status and update internal systems.
• Provide timely information to drivers and customers.
• Collaborate with dispatch and customer service to resolve issues.
• Analyze transportation data to drive improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning

Communication

Supply chain knowledge

GPS tracking platforms

Office software

Education

Post-secondary education in logistics or related field

Tools

Logistics software

GPS tracking platforms

Excel

Job description

Company Description Canadian Prairie Transport Inc. is a transportation services provider specializing in dry and temperature-controlled shipments across Canada and the USA. The company offers both full truckload and less-than-truckload services, supported by over 15 years of industry experience. Its expert team focuses on handling freight with care and providing clear, consistent communication to customers. A modern, well-maintained fleet equipped with advanced GPS tracking enables real-time shipment updates and helps ensure on-time delivery.

Role Description The Logistics Planner is a full-time, on-site role based in Winnipeg, MB. This position is responsible for planning and coordinating daily shipment schedules, optimizing routes, and ensuring efficient use of the fleet for dry and temperature-controlled freight. The role involves monitoring shipment status, updating internal systems, and providing timely information to drivers, operations staff, and customers. The Logistics Planner will collaborate with customer service and dispatch teams to resolve issues, manage delivery timelines, and maintain high service standards. The role also includes analyzing transportation data to improve processes, reduce costs, and support continuous operational improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of Transportation/Trucking Experience required.
• Candidates should possess strong Analytical Skills to interpret transportation data, monitor performance metrics, and support decision-making.
• Candidates should possess Planning skills to schedule shipments, optimize routes, and allocate resources effectively.
• Candidates should possess Communication and Customer Service skills to coordinate with drivers, internal teams, and customers in a clear and professional manner.
• Candidates should possess Supply Chain Management knowledge to understand freight flows, logistics operations, and industry best practices.
• Relevant experience in transportation, logistics, or dispatch operations is preferred.
• Proficiency with logistics software, GPS tracking platforms, and standard office applications is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills, negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are beneficial.
• Post-secondary education in logistics, supply chain, business, or a related field is an advantage but equivalent experience will be considered.