Primary Position Purpose:

To assign freight loads to OTR drivers in the manner that optimizes USX profitability and minimizes empty miles while servicing customer requirements for delivery and pick up times and meeting the needs of drivers.

 

Position Functions:

Match freight loads with the optimal driver based on review of available loads and available drivers Prioritize loads by time schedule, special characteristics such as high value product or hazardous materials, and customer priority.  Review list of drivers available to accept each load for proximity to pick up location, available hours under DOT regulations, home time and training requirements, and factors impacting driver retention.   Review ratio of available loads to available trucks for assigned region, area or customer and report the load balance to management daily.  Execute shift plans as directed by management. Monitor AS400 and XPM system for new loads and monitor status of loads assigned to drivers using the AS400 system.  Coordinate with Fleet Management to resolve driver issues in route to prevent service failure to the customer. Communicate service deviations to Customer Service in a timely manner. Communicate freight needs and market changes with Customer Service and the Planning Manager.    Unassign loads, reassign loads and locate equipment to prevent service failure or minimize service failure impact. Find equipment for drivers that break down Coordinate with Fleet Management on daily availability and PTAs. Respond to inquiry about load assignments and load status from Customer Service.      Search for missing trailers at customer locations and drop yards using the AS400 system. Repowers per SOP Bobtail requests per SOP Emails per SOP Monitor trailer pool requirements and yard checks 

·        Be detailed and concise in the duties and expectations of the role

·        Collaborate in-person with all levels of the organization to harness collective intelligence of the workforce.

·        Attend all in-person meetings and trainings on recent developments, goals, and objectives. Participate in such discussions by offering input and advice.

·        Regularly engage remotely and in-person with customers and potential customers to establish rapport, open communication, and expectations.