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Transportation Planner- Tinley Park, IL

Transportation Planner / Dispatch

Location: Tinley Park, IL
Postal Code: 60477

Company Profile: Client Our client has been in business for more than 50 years and is a full service Transportation Provider. With more than 2,000 tractors and 3,000 trailers they service Dry Van, Refrigerated, Intermodal, Dedicated and Logistics. They are growing within their Van regional Division. Job Description: This position is for local residents only. Sorry, Visa / sponsorship not available. Load Planner / Dispatch This position is critical in a fast paced strategic environment. The Load planner is responsible for multiple daily assignments to drivers and must have advanced knowledge of asset utilization, time/distance and HOS regulations. It is critical that the incumbent have Regional Dispatch experience with a Truckload Carrier. This position is demanding and requires a great level of organization, patience professionalism. Work closely with internal office associates (Driver Manager and Operations Manager) to determine most effective and efficient load assignments to maximize driver utilization and customer satisfaction Ability to multi task in a fast paced environment High level of organizational skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Regional Midwest Dispatch experience Ability to plan ahead in rapidly changing situations Positive, team oriented attitude Working with drivers on a daily basis to ensure updated HOS and availability for next load Computer Literate, must work with optimization programs and be able to change dispatch as needed Wonderful Customer Service and appropriate and timely communication with Customers Schedule appointments directly with customer.

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