Planner (2nd Shift)

Blackrock Logistics Inc; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackrock Logistics Inc is seeking a Logistics/Transportation Planner for the 2nd shift (12:00PM - 9:00PM). You will plan and optimize freight movement, develop efficient routing, and ensure on-time deliveries within DOT/FMCSA and California hours-of-service rules.

The role supports customer commitments while controlling costs. You will coordinate with carriers, drivers, warehouses, and customers, monitor shipments, and generate reports using the transportation management system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in transportation planning, dispatch, or logistics coordination.
• Proficiency with TMS and route-optimization tools.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Familiar with DOT, FMCSA, and California hours-of-service regulations.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily inbound and outbound shipments to meet delivery commitments and SLAs.
• Optimize routing, load consolidation, and carrier selection for cost and service balance.
• Coordinate with carriers, drivers, warehouses, and customers for pickups and deliveries.
• Monitor shipments and resolve delays, capacity constraints, or exceptions.
• Tender loads, negotiate rates, and track on-time performance.
• Maintain records in the TMS and generate planning/status reports.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and California hours-of-service regulations.
• Analyze data to identify cost savings and process improvements.
• Develop contingency plans for disruptions such as weather or demand spikes.

Tools

Oracle OTM

MercuryGate

SAP TM

Job description

2nd Shift: 12:00PM - 9:00PM

Position Summary:

The Logistics/Transportation Planner is responsible for planning, coordinating, and optimizing the movement of freight across Blackrock Logistics' network. This role develops efficient routing and carrier schedules, balances cost against service requirements, and ensures shipments are picked up and delivered safely, on time, and in compliance with applicable federal and California transportation regulations. The position exists to maximize transportation efficiency and reliability while supporting customer commitments and controlling operational costs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and schedule daily inbound and outbound shipments to meet delivery commitments and service-level agreements
• Optimize routing, load consolidation, and carrier selection to balance cost, capacity, and transit time
• Coordinate with carriers, drivers, warehouse teams, and customers to confirm pickup and delivery appointments
• Monitor shipments in transit and proactively resolve delays, exceptions, and capacity constraints
• Tender loads to carriers, negotiate rates, and track on-time delivery and other performance metrics
• Maintain accurate records in the transportation management system (TMS) and generate planning and status reports
• Ensure shipment planning complies with DOT, FMCSA, and California hours-of-service and transportation regulations
• Analyze transportation data and KPIs to identify cost-savings and process-improvement opportunities
• Develop contingency plans to manage disruptions such as carrier shortages, weather, and demand spikes

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in transportation planning, dispatch, or logistics coordination
• Working knowledge of transportation management systems (TMS) and route-optimization tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Familiarity with DOT, FMCSA, and California hours-of-service and transportation regulations
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related field
• Experience with leading TMS platforms (e.g., Oracle OTM, MercuryGate, SAP TM)
• APICS/ASCM certification (e.g., CLTD, CPIM) or equivalent
• Experience in a high-volume third-party logistics (3PL) or distribution environment
• Familiarity with LTL/FTL operations, freight brokerage, and carrier contract management
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills
• Experience using data-analysis or business-intelligence reporting tools

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