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Posted on December 19, 2024 by Employer details Day & Ross

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*You belong at Day & Ross. * Planner Full-time Brampton, ON Shift: Overnight shifts only The P&D Planner will be responsible for planning, organizing and monitoring incoming and outgoing freight to ensure the most timely and efficient utilization of dock space, equipment and movement of freight. *How You?ll Help* * Creating routes/load plans that take all business requirements into consideration [customer experience, operational efficiencies & increased cost savings for the company and our driver/broker community. * Review route/load plan within system and initiate adjustments to the plan as required, inclusive of appointment freight. * Trigger optimization, if necessary to ensure P&D plan is aligned. * Ensure all trailer and route planning in accordance with transportation laws and company policies regarding weight and weight distribution, cbing, transportation of dangerous goods are being followed * Monitor and review close times and productivity, noting trends to support improvement initiatives * Ensure shipments are status coded when being added and/or removed from load plan * Making suggestions for improvement in planning and dock processes for increased efficiency * Other related duties as may be required *Your Skills & Experience: * * A minimum secondary education, with preference for post-secondary education in supply chain and logistics management * A suitable combination of post-secondary education and experience will be considered * Minimum of two-three years? experience in dock operations, preferably in the transportation industry * Other experience in the transportation industry may be considered and in addition to dock * Strong communication skills in both English and French * Advanced computer skills with strong Excel capability as well as experience with other MS Office products and web based programs. Previous experience with Truckmate and Bringg is an asset * Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast paced environment * Analytical thinker, able to analyze data and make operational decisions based on that data * Strong sense of urgency and ability to respond to demands in a calm manner. * Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to manage demands and resolve issues * Strong problem solving skills with the ability to implement proactive solutions to support operational demands and efficiencies. * Results focused * English and French language skills required To apply, visit our Careers page at *dayross.com*. If you?re chosen for the role, you?ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You?ll only be contacted if you?re selected for an interview. *About Day & Ross* From a single truckload of potatoes in the 1950s to a fleet of thousands, Day & Ross has grown to become one of the largest transportation and logistics providers in North America. With over 7,500 team members on and off the road in the US and Canada, we offer a diversified portfolio of freight and delivery solutions, including LTL, Truckload, Residential, Dedicated Fleet Solutions, and Logistics. We believe our people are our greatest strength. For over a decade, we?ve been recognized as one of Canada?s Best Managed Companies. We?ve also been named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018. Our recognition reflects the family values we share with our parent company, McCain Foods Limited. _As a federally regulated employer, Day & Ross fully supports the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply. Day & Ross is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities and meeting their needs in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility and by meeting our accessibility requirements under Accessible Canada Regulations and in alignment with our business practices, capabilities, and values._ Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * Casual dress * Company