Transportation Planner Job Redlands area,California USA,Supply Chain/Logistics

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Summary

The Carrier Capacity Planner is a key player in our logistics operations, responsible for managing freight flows, trailer assets, and carrier capacity across a defined region. This role coordinates inbound and outbound freight planning, optimizes trailer utilization, and makes strategic decisions to balance freight demand with available capacity. The Carrier Capacity Planner ensures optimal service levels, cost control, and operational efficiency by analyzing lane-level data, managing trailer pools, and collaborating across teams to align freight volumes with network commitments.

Your decisions will directly impact service levels, cost control, and the performance of our transportation network.

Responsibilities

Plan Freight Movements

Coordinate inbound and outbound freight within a 24–72 hour planning window, ensuring optimal trailer utilization and on-time delivery across our transportation network
Develop and execute daily, weekly, and monthly freight plans to meet customer demand and service commitments
Analyze freight volumes, origins, destinations, and delivery requirements to create efficient load plans
Balance freight demand across multiple lanes and facilities to optimize network capacity
Monitor freight movements in real-time and adjust plans as conditions change
Coordinate with shipping and receiving facilities to ensure smooth freight flow and minimize delays

Manage Trailer Pools

Monitor and adjust trailer pool allocations to reduce idle assets and improve turn times at customer locations
Track trailer inventory levels across the network and reposition assets as needed to meet demand
Analyze trailer utilization metrics and implement strategies to maximize asset productivity
Coordinate with operations teams on trailer availability, condition, and maintenance requirements
Develop trailer deployment strategies to minimize empty miles and optimize asset utilization
Maintain accurate records of trailer locations, movements, and assignments

Optimize Capacity & Routing

Analyze lane-level data to match freight demand with available carrier capacity, making strategic decisions to accept, decline, or reroute freight based on cost, service, and network impact
Evaluate carrier performance, rates, and service levels to select optimal transportation providers
Negotiate spot rates and secure additional capacity during peak periods or capacity constraints
Identify opportunities to consolidate freight, optimize routing, and reduce transportation costs
Monitor lane performance metrics including cost per mile, on-time delivery, and capacity utilization
Develop contingency plans for capacity shortages, weather disruptions, or operational challenges

Collaborate Across Teams

Partner with Customer Service, Sales, and Area Managers to align freight volumes with network commitments and develop proactive solutions for capacity constraints
Communicate freight plans, capacity issues, and service updates to internal stakeholders
Coordinate with warehouse operations on loading schedules, dock availability, and freight priorities
Work with procurement and carrier management teams on contract compliance and performance issues
Provide input to sales and customer service teams on capacity availability and service capabilities
Participate in cross-functional meetings to discuss network performance and improvement opportunities

Support Real-Time Freight Decisions

Respond to dynamic freight needs by securing additional capacity, adjusting schedules, and leveraging transportation management systems (TMS) to maintain service and profitability
Troubleshoot and resolve freight planning issues including capacity shortages, routing problems, and delivery delays
Make real-time decisions on freight…