LOAD PLANNER

JBS Foods; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, Dental coverage

Better Futures Program: tuition paid

Paid Time Off

401(k) company match

Quarterly bonus plan

Job summary

JBS Foods is seeking a Load Planner in Greeley, CO. You will coordinate with Sales, Warehouse, and Customer Service to plan loads, allocate equipment, and ensure on-time deliveries while communicating with drivers and carriers.

Requires truck dispatch/planning experience, and proficiency in Outlook and Excel; transportation software is a plus. Includes competitive salary and benefits, with standard eligibility after onboarding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Truck dispatch/planning/distribution experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Sales/Warehouse to plan assets and personnel to meet customer needs.
• Communicate pickup and delivery information to driver managers and carriers.
• Facilitate loading and equipment issues with warehouse and secure equipment for shipments.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Transportation software

Job description

Description

Job Description

Position Title: Load Planner

Department: Operations

Location: Greeley, CO

Reports to: Terminal Manager

Principle Responsibilities

• Coordinates with Sales/Warehouse to ensure that customers' needs are being met by effective planning of assets and personnel.
• Effectively communicate pickup and delivery information to driver managers.
• Facilitate loading and equipment issues with warehouse.
• Coordinates with Customer Service to ensure that customers' needs are being met by securing equipment for shipments.
• Effectively communicate pickup and delivery information to carriers.
• Plan loads and equipment to optimize ROI.
• Work with the Driver Managers to ensure the on time delivery requirements of the shippers are met.
• Communicate effectively with the shipper and Customer Service in any delays or problems in meeting on time service requirements.
• Forecast regional freight needs to Customer Service.
• Work with Driver Manager to meet driver's home time requirements.

• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Truck dispatch/planning/distribution experience required.
• Basic computer skills required in Outlook and Excel. Experience with transportation software is preferred.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Shipper/trucking industry experience preferred.

Education

High school diploma or GED required.

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Better Futures Program: 2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents;
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range of $57,784
• This position is eligible to participate in the Company's quarterly bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background check for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

EOE/Vet/Disabled