Strategic Capacity & Load Planning Specialist

Hub Group; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life & AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Hub Group is seeking a Capacity Planner in the United States to analyze Driver Optimization solutions and assign loads to capacity within an assigned territory. The role emphasizes daily market planning, effective use of capacity, and meeting customer service requirements.

You will work with Intermodal Operations, Network Optimization and Terminal Operations to maximize equipment utilization and driver productivity, while controlling costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 0-1 years' experience in transportation operations preferred.
• Proficiency with transportation management systems in a large corporate environment preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Weekend coverage on a rotating basis may be required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Driver Optimization solutions and assign loads to Hub Group capacity while complying with safety regulations.
• Support market planning and daily execution of inbound/outbound loads for a territory.
• Re-plan loads due to delays, equipment issues, or driver problems.
• Collaborate with Intermodal Operations and Network Optimization to maximize equipment utilization.
• Coordinate with Terminal Operations, Intermodal Operations and Account Management to confirm capacity in advance of requirements.
• Plan and implement initiatives to improve routing and equipment utilization.
• Meet metrics for loaded miles, driver utilization, service, safety and cost per load.
• Daily, resolve outstanding load planning issues and communicate with afterhours team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Fast-paced adaptability

Weekend availability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Transportation Management System

Job description

Hub Group is seeking a Capacity Planner in the United States to analyze Driver Optimization solutions and assign loads to capacity within an assigned territory. The role emphasizes daily market planning, effective use of capacity, and meeting customer service requirements.

You will work with Intermodal Operations, Network Optimization and Terminal Operations to maximize equipment utilization and driver productivity, while controlling costs.