Capacity Planner (10:00 pm - 6:30 am Sunday-Thursday)

Position Description Summary: 

Responsible for supporting the Capacity Controller in directing and maintaining consistent freight flow management within and outside the private fleet to ensure minimum bump freight and service failures at minimal cost. 

Principal Accountabilities (The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all expectations.): 

• May receive requests for unscheduled movements and create ARGUS tracking records 

• Ensures accurate and timely input of data into ARGUS, Tracking Logs and Reports, and Spot Purchase Agreements for Unscheduled Movements. 

• Monitors freight movement for data integrity, cost, and schedule compliance 

• Communicates changes in the scheduled network due to enacted contingencies 

• Completes corporate service and revenue audit and reports for specialty products 

• Identifies problem shipments that will generate significant service failures and or increased fleet cost. Works with stations in an effort to find alternative routings or solutions to service commitments 

• Coordinates non-fleet movement of freight on alternative carriers as well as monitors and coordinates the movement of freight on the system’s fronthaul/backhaul 

• Tracks and maintains all information on non-fleet movements for daily recaps and reports 

• Monitors movement and performance of specialty products identifying and reporting any problems • May receive orders from forwarders and completes the booking process • May serve as the central point of contact for customer’s inquires and questions The individual in this position must be capable of performing all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Knowledge and Skills (The following minimum requirements are normal guidelines and should not constrain the advancement of otherwise qualified personnel): This is a senior level position. 

• Good interpersonal skills required. 
• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Generally prefer 3-6 years of experience.

Medical

We offer a number of plans for a variety of health care services and supplies, including preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services and prescription drugs.

Vision

The option for separate vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.

Dental

The option for separate dental coverage to cover preventative major and basic dental services.

401(k)

The company offers a pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan with a company match.

Direct Deposit

We offer direct deposit to all employees.

Holidays

On a calendar year basis, the Company pays all employees 6 major holidays, including New Year's Days, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

DBSchenker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.