Carrier Logistics Planner

XTL Transport Inc. is looking for a Carrier Logistics Planner at our Toronto Terminal to become part of an excellent team.

This is a great opportunity for an individual who is self-motivated, has strong analytical and computer skills, strong attention to detail and is enthusiastic to work in a customer-centric environment.

Responsibilities

Carrier Relations

• Grow & develop our carrier base with partners that meet or exceed our criteria & compliance standards.
• Develop an in depth understanding of partner carrier networks in order maximize their effectiveness.
• Monitor, measure and provide feedback on carrier performance (in conjunction with other team members)
• Negotiate transactional and dedicated rates with partner carriers while ensuring corporate margin targets are achieved.
• Ensure carrier capacity exceeds customer demands.
• Progress high performing carrier partners from transactional to core status.
• Ensures carrier are enrolled with Four Kites
• Vet perspective new carriers using a series of on-line tools

Targets

• Carrier Reps must conduct as least 2 carrier exploration calls per week. Feedback must be updated in the carrier dbase.
• Need to develop the talking points to assist Reps.
• Carrier Reps must either visit or host 2 in person carrier meetings per month.
• Track weekly carrier utilization - volume, revenue and service levels
• Need to conduct service meetings for underperforming carriers. Service expectation is 95%
• Must manage a minimum of loads per periods - ideal targets
• Partner carrier negotiation must hit minimum margin target

Corporate Responsibilities

• Assist with market rate information in order to complete rate proposals
• Liaison with other team members to ensure order completion
• Perform all of the above responsibilities in alignment with our corporate strategic objectives
• Perform all of the above responsibilities in alignment with our corporate values of LEAD WITH GRACE.

Measurement Responsibilities

• Ensure data integrity is high when building, managing and completing orders
• Verify carrier data is accurate before completing orders

Other Responsibilities

• Support and replace other team members as needed
• Verify carrier data is accurate before completing orders

Culture

Support Company Culture and XTL's Core Principles : Leadership, Empowerment, Appreciation, Diversity, Integrity, Trust, Honesty, Growth, Respect, Agility, Creativity, Excellence

Skills & Abilities :

• Computer experience required (AS400, Lotus)
• Geographical knowledge of North America
• Fluent Communication Skills
• Negotiating skills
• Bilingual (English & French) is an asset
• 1-2 years industry experience and / or relevant post-secondary education
• Must be eager, up for new challenges, and not willing to settle
• Excellent customer service skills & Professional demeanor
• Problem solving
• Initiative

Work Environment :

• Ability to work well under pressure and provide follow-up with strong attention to details.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere with minimal supervision

Benefits :

• 100% company paid benefit premiums after 3 months of employments
• RRSP match program after 3 months of employment
• Competitive Salary
• Open Door policy

Work Shift : Monday - Friday (8am to 5pm)