Load Planner

Hire Velocity; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hire Velocity is seeking a Driver Manager/Load Planner to oversee daily trucking operations, optimize load planning and monitor driver performance. The role emphasizes compliance with DOT regulations and delivering high service levels.

The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of tanker dispatch experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to coordinate with maintenance and other departments to ensure on-time pickups and deliveries.

Qualifications

• 1+ year tanker dispatch experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy in data entry and updates.
• Familiarity with dispatch tracking systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for drivers, provide load assignments and updates.
• Coordinate daily load planning to optimize efficiency and on-time performance.
• Monitor driver compliance (Hours of Service) and performance metrics.
• Lead a fleet of regional drivers and manage relationships to boost productivity.
• Maintain real-time fleet visibility using GPS and dispatch software.
• Ensure accurate driver information and timely problem solving.

Skills

Tanker dispatch

Driver management

Data accuracy

AS400 system

Communication

Organization

Office software

Tools

AS400 Innovative system

Job description

As a Driver Manager/Load Planner you will play a crucial role in overseeing and optimizing daily trucking operations. This position requires a proactive leader who ensures efficient load planning, driver performance, and customer satisfaction while maintaining compliance with company policies and DOT regulations.

Essential Job Functions:

Driver Management & Communication

• Serve as the primary contact for drivers, providing load assignments, performance feedback, and company updates.
• Ensure drivers fully understand customer requirements and company expectations.
• Monitor and manage driver availability, compliance with Hours of Service (HOS), and performance metrics.
• Lead and retain a designated fleet of regional drivers, fostering strong relationships to enhance productivity.
• Conduct corrective actions when necessary.

Load Planning & Fleet Coordination

• Coordinate daily load assignments to optimize efficiency and on-time performance.
• Work closely with other departments to secure loads for the fleet and ensure smooth dispatch operations.
• Manage routing to minimize out-of-route miles and optimize fuel efficiency.
• Maintain real-time visibility of fleet movements using GPS and dispatch software.
• Perform A.M. and P.M. checks to update Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) and Projected Time Available (PTA) for trucks.

Operational Oversight & Problem Solving

• Respond promptly to driver concerns, such as delays, breakdowns, or compliance issues.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure timely servicing of trucks.
• Monitor and enforce company policies, safety standards, and DOT regulations.
• Ensure a service level of 98% for on-time pickups and deliveries.
• Manage accuracy of information for assigned drivers.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience: 1+ years of tanker dispatch experience preferred.
• Technical Skills: High level of accuracy entering and updating detailed information. AS400 Innovative system knowledge preferred.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organization: Detail-oriented with strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities.
• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with Microsoft Office and dispatch tracking systems.
• Leadership: Ability to manage and motivate drivers effectively under pressure.

Work Environment & Schedule:

• Full-time, daytime shift (10-hour shifts may apply).
• Office-based role with frequent phone and computer use.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off