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<h2>ob details</h2>Here’s how the job details align with your&nbsp;<a href="https://profile.indeed.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">profile</a> . <h3>Job type</h3><ul><li>Full-time</li><li> </li></ul> <h3>Shift and schedule</h3><ul><li>Rotating shift</li><li> </li><li>Monday to Friday</li><li> </li></ul>&amp;nbsp;<h2>Location</h2> Halifax, NS&amp;nbsp;<h2>Benefits</h2><h2>Pulled from the full job description</h2><ul><li>Dental care</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>RRSP match</li><li>Extended health care</li><li>On-site parking</li></ul>&amp;nbsp;<h2>Full job description</h2>Company OverviewClarke Road Transport is a full-service transportation company based in Halifax, NS, specializing in long-haul trucking services between Canada and the USA. Our commitment to reliability and efficiency makes us a leader in the transportation industry.SummaryWe are seeking a Planner to join our dynamic team at Clarke Road Transport. This role is crucial in optimizing our logistics operations, ensuring timely deliveries, and enhancing overall efficiency. By strategically assigning orders and planning truck schedules in advance, they optimize driver hours and enhance customer service.Responsibilities<ul><li>Assigning orders from all areas to optimize driver’s hours and customer service.</li><li>Communication to CSR’s for equipment needs and delivery appointments.</li><li>Ensure drivers have enough hours from to complete delivery</li><li>Plan all trucks a minimum of 24 hours in advance to all zones</li><li>Communicate with internal departments (planners, customer service, claims, compliance, maintenance, North Bay) to address issues or answer questions.</li><li>Assign routes and loads to drivers based on plan when required</li><li>Track shipments to ensure all appointments are met within designated timelines.</li><li>Book driver delivery appointments as required.</li><li>Provide correct service to customers with special needs, including updating information cards.</li><li>Relay information on transit times, commodity details, and any DOT or warnings.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Proven experience in logistics planning.</li><li>Minimum 3 years working in operations within the transportation industry (Fleet manager, Planner, Dispatcher, and/or CSR)</li><li>AS400 (Preferred)</li><li>Good knowledge of designated geographical areas in Canada and the US, including highway regulations.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and handle changing demands.</li><li>Sound judgement skills, including ability to prioritize workload and formulate decisions.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li></ul>Schedule &amp; work location<ul><li>Rotating shifts</li></ul>

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