POSITION SUMMARY This role supports development of the logistics design plan for customer inbound supply chain network. The Load Planner creates instructions for internal groups and the customer’s providers to implement the logistics plan. Identifies opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost savings, undertakes the necessary analysis, and effectively proposes change to the customer.
This role supports development of the logistics design plan for customer inbound supply chain network. The Load Planner creates instructions for internal groups and the customer’s providers to implement the logistics plan. Identifies opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost savings, undertakes the necessary analysis, and effectively proposes change to the customer.
Contract role of 14 to 20 months in duration. Shift Monday to Friday, Day Shift - Must be flexible to support the business as required.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Develops all day-to-day route design deliverables for the customer to conform with internal policies and prevailing regulations
Supports the coordination of the logistics systems implementation with the customer, customer’s suppliers, transportation suppliers and Penske team members
Develops and maintains cross-dock logistics tools and services
Provides data/information for management reporting on departmental performance
Utilizes customer’s electronic data order interchange
Provides input into management reporting in support of data-driven decisions
Other projects as assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications High School diploma or GED equivalent required
Two (2) plus years of experience in Transportation/Supply Chain preferred
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize time sensitive situations in a fast paced environment
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Advanced desktop computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Outlook required
Solid customer focus




Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with customers as well as Penske associates
Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
Strong organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to learn and regularly operate various computer systems across different platforms
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
Physical Requirements The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Penske is committed to the principle of equity in employment.
Key Words Supply Chain; Transportation Management; 3PL; Logistics
About Penske Logistics Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.
Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain
Job Function: Logistics & Supply Chain
Job Family: Operations
Address: 2481 Kingsway Dr Ste 100
Primary Location: CA-ON-Kitchener
Employer: Penske Logistics Canada Ltd.

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📌 Load Planner - Day Shift - 14 to 20 Month Contract (Ontario)
🏢 Penske Logistics
📍 Ontario