Carrier Logistics Planner

Carrier Logistics Planner

Position Summary

Interact with partner carriers to ensure the highest level of service and capacity while achieving company margin objectives.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 05:00 pm

Responsibilities

1. Carrier Relations

• Develop and expand our carrier partner network by identifying carriers that meet or exceed our compliance standards and business requirements.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of partner carrier networks to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor, measure, and provide feedback on carrier performance in collaboration with other team members.
• Negotiate spot and dedicated rates with partner carriers while ensuring corporate margin objectives are achieved.
• Ensure carrier capacity consistently exceeds customer demands.
• Develop high-performing carriers from transactional relationships into core carrier partnerships.
• Ensure carriers are enrolled in FourKites.
• Evaluate and qualify prospective carriers using various online tools and resources.

2. Corporate Responsibilities

• Provide market rate information to support the development of pricing proposals.
• Participate in monthly corporate carrier representative meetings.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure successful order completion.
• Perform all responsibilities in alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
• Perform all responsibilities in accordance with the company's core values and the LEAD WITH GRACE philosophy.

3. Measurement and Control Responsibilities

• Maintain a high level of data integrity while creating, managing, and completing orders.
• Verify the accuracy of carrier information before finalizing orders.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support and provide backup coverage for other team members as required.
• Perform duties and responsibilities as outlined in team-specific workflows and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proficiency with computer systems; experience with AS400 and Lotus is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of North American geography.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset.
• 1 to 2 years of transportation/logistics industry experience and/or relevant post-secondary education.
• Self-motivated, eager to take on new challenges, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting with minimal supervision.

Working at XTL Means:

• Employer-paid group insurance coverage (100% paid by the company) after the 3-month probation period.
• Access to a Group RRSP following the probation period.
• Competitive compensation.
• A work schedule that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Clean facilities and modern equipment.
• Annual safety footwear allowance.

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