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Overview

Overview

Overview

Overview

Hours: 1am - 9:30am

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
• Plan dock loading, unloading and staging locations as well as monitor and execute dock door assignements
• 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 and/or P&D dispatch operations, preferably in the transportation industry
• Other experience in the transportation industry may be considered and in addition to dock/dispatchexperience would be considered an asset. 
• Strong communication skills in both English and French
• Advanced computer skills as well as experience with 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

Overview

Overview

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.
• Plan dock loading, unloading and staging locations as well as monitor and execute dock door assignments.
• 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.
• Good knowledge of Greater Vancouver Area (GVA) and its surroundings. 
• Minimum of two-three years’ experience in dock and/or P&D Dispatch operations, preferably in the transportation industry.
• Other experience in the transportation industry may be considered and in addition to dock/dispatch experience would be considered an asset. 
• Strong communication skills in both English and French.
• Advanced computer skills as well as experience with 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.
• Strong attention to detail
• Process driven
• Time Management
• Collaborative
• Ability to quickly implement feedback into process

Overview

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Bachelor’s degree
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 2 to less than 3 years
Security and safety: Criminal record check

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to manage finances or budgets and recruit, train, and supervise staff
• The candidates should be able to arrange for shipping documentation and the tracking and tracing of goods in transit, ensuring transport compliance with regulations
• The candidates should be able to establish and implement policies and standards for the transportation and storage of goods, monitor the company’s or department’s performance, prepare reports for senior management, and plan for changes to schedules and policies
• The candidates should be able to oversee the scheduling and dispatching of vehicles and goods, and oversee the setting of transportation service rates while monitoring revenue
• The candidates should be able to plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate daily operations

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided
Transportation/travel experience: Long-haul

Location: Surrey, BC
Shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Overtime, Early Morning, Morning
Transportation information: Valid driver’s license, Willing to travel cross-border, Willing to travel internationally, Willing to travel overnight
Type of trucking and equipment: Dry bulk, Extended length tractor-trailer combination, Flatbed, Tractor-trailer, Tractor-trailer A train

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be physically demanding, and repetitive taskers
• The candidates should be able to work with attention to detail
• The candidates should be able to work under tight deadlines
• The candidates should be able to sit for extended periods
• The candidates should be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• The candidates should be able to handle heavy loads

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position.
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations, drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• The candidates should be able to drive lighter, special purpose trucks, load and unload goods, operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials, oversee the condition of the vehicle, and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage, and other equipment
• The candidates should be able to perform brake adjustments, perform emergency roadside repairs, perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and oversee all aspects of the vehicle
• The candidates should be able to perform preventive maintenance, receive and relay information to central dispatch
• The candidates should be able to record cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled and fuel consumption, tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo, transport and handle dangerous goods

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and cover letter) through the below-mentioned details.

By email
[email protected]