Transportation Load Planner

1 week ago


Mississauga, Canada Direct Linx Inc Full time

**Job Overview**
We are seeking a detail-oriented Load Planner to join our team. The Load Planner will be responsible for coordinating and optimizing the transportation of goods to ensure timely deliveries.

Please read the list of duties, carefully. This position is very diverse and includes a lot of moving parts. We are looking for that person that is one in a million when it comes to eye for detail, work ethic and dedication to the company and the outcome of their work. This position CAN include weekends, holidays, and after hours - on call hours. This is a non-negotiable part of this position.

Are you our one in a million?

**Duties**:

- Analyze freight orders and determine the most efficient shipping method
- Communicate with drivers to schedule pickups and deliveries
- Utilize AVAAL systems for load planning, dispatching and SAMSARA for GPS tracking
- Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently
- Collaborate with team of dispatchers to ensure all orders are covered
- Type and maintain accurate shipping documentation
- Ensure all shipments comply with regulatory requirements
- Provide excellent phone etiquette when communicating with internal and external stakeholders
- Order finalizing, entering revenue, and attaching PODS to all deliveries
- Ensuring drivers are efficiently registering hours

**Requirements**:

- Proven experience in load planning and dispatching, must have 2 years experience within the transportation industry.
- Strong data entry skills with a keen eye for detail
- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with carriers and team members
- Knowledge of transportation regulations and best practices
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
- Ability to start immediately

Pay: From $59,182.64 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- dispatching: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-09-10
Expected start date: 2024-09-10


  • Load Planner

    4 days ago


    Mississauga, Canada Belvika Trade & Packaging Full time

    **Belvika Trade & Packaging Ltd.** is a leading one-stop contract packaging company, specializing in precision packing of dry foods, chocolate and confectionary products from multiple facilities totaling more than 500,000 ft2. Belvika has grown to be one of the largest co-packers of chocolate, confectionary and snack products in Canada. Belvika uses its...


  • Mississauga, Canada Direct Linx Inc Full time

    **Overview** This is an afternoon shift from 3 -11 pm Monday to Friday, Sundays or Holiday Mondays when necessary. **Duties** - Arrange transportation and dispatch load confirmations to carriers and fleet dispatchers. - Coordinate pick-ups and deliveries to meet customer requirements. - Manage activities throughout the order fulfillment and transportation...


  • Mississauga, Canada Stantec Full time

    Overview4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsA career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities...


  • Mississauga, Canada Stantec Full time

    Join to apply for the Senior Urban Planner-Transportation role at Stantec. A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity...


  • Mississauga, Canada GHD Full time

    Overview We are seeking a Transportation Planner / Traffic Engineer to join our Transportation Planning and Traffic Engineering team at GHD. The Transportation group within GHD Canada works with Provincial, Regional, and local municipal transportation agencies on large-scale projects across highways, roads and bridges, transit infrastructure, transportation...


  • Mississauga, Ontario, Canada GHD Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    DescriptionWe are looking for a Transportation Planner / Traffic Engineer to join our Transportation Planning and Traffic Engineering team.The Transportation group within GHD Canada works with Provincial, Regional, and local municipal transportation agencies on large-scale projects across the whole Transportation spectrum of highways, roads and bridges,...


  • Mississauga, Canada TJX Canada Full time

    TJX Canada At TJX Canada, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores—WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls, you’ll...


  • Mississauga, Canada TJX Canada Full time

    TJX Canada Chez TJX Canada, chaque jour apporte de nouvelles occasions de croissance, de découverte et d'accomplissement. Vous ferez partie d'une équipe dynamique qui prône la diversité, encourage la collaboration et donne la priorité à votre développement. Que vous travailliez dans nos centres de distribution, nos bureaux d'entreprise ou nos...

  • Logistics Planner

    6 days ago


    Mississauga, Canada Maple Leaf Foods Full time

    **The Opportunity**: As a member of the Transportation team, the Logistics Planner will serve as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for all commercial relationships with 3rd party freight carriers and shipping lines, managing a category spend of approximately $50M annually. This role oversees overseas shipment planning, carrier selection, performance...


  • Mississauga, Canada Stantec Full time

    A leading engineering and consulting firm seeks an experienced Senior Urban Planner specializing in transportation. This role involves shaping sustainable transportation systems, conducting feasibility studies, and facilitating public engagement. Candidates should have extensive knowledge in urban planning and strong GIS skills, with a minimum of 10 years'...