Spec-Linehaul Planner l

POSITION OVERVIEW:
With moderate oversite, move freight in a timely, safe and cost-effective manner. Assist others in understanding and utilizing all resources to further enhance the most efficient method of moving freight. Coordinate roadside assistance throughout the linehaul network.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate/communicate all line-haul activity/goals in a district, utilize projections and allocate loads to drivers, route freight to save on-time and costs, handle overflows
• Effectively educate service centers and drivers of policies and procedures outlined in driver’s manual while ensuring compliance of all applicable laws/regulations
• Communicate with other team members concerning any alteration to the line-haul structure affecting their district
• Maintain computer record of all daily line-haul activity, monitor cube percentage, service percentage, weight of loads and delay times and report to field employees/management regarding previous day’s Line Haul activities
• Maintain contact with service centers throughout the line-haul cycle ensuring freight remains in cycle within designated lanes
• Dispatch necessary personnel to drivers in emergency situations, give alternate routes to maintain service standards during inclement weather
• Analyze breakdowns to determine most cost effective and timely course of action
• Assist with TCHEK problems
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years of college or equivalent work experience plus two (2) years of experience in operations, logistics/transportation or distribution/warehouse or a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in logistics/transportation or distribution/warehouse
• Familiar with Federal Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) and hazardous materials rules and regulations
• Must be detail oriented, able to react quickly, able to prioritize, and possess good interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of transportation software and geography
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Internet)
• Ability to make sound decisions
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Hours my vary due to linehaul and operational needs

Preferred Qualifications:

Pay Transparency:

Pay:

Additional Details:

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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