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Load Planner - Day Shift - 14 to 20 Month Contract

@ Penske Logistics

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Kitchener, Ontario

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Penske Logistics is hiring a day-shift Load Planner on a 14 to 20 month contract in Kitchener, Ontario, Monday to Friday. The role develops route design and cross-dock logistics for a customer's inbound supply chain, coordinating with suppliers, carriers and Penske staff and reporting on performance. The posting asks for flexibility to support the business as required.

Responsibilities:

  • Développer les livrables de conception des itinéraires
  • Coordonner la mise en œuvre des systèmes logistiques
  • Développer et maintenir les outils de cross-dock
  • Fournir des données pour les rapports de gestion

Requirements summary:

  • Diplôme d'études secondaires ou équivalent
  • Deux ans ou plus d'expérience en transport ou chaîne d'approvisionnement
  • Excellentes compétences en résolution de problèmes et en analyse
  • Maîtrise avancée d'Excel et d'Outlook

Tools & skills

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookElectronic data order interchange
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2026-11-14
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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentBusiness operations
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice, Warehouse
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · lift 25 lb · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationHigh school (required)

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Job description
POSITION SUMMARY:

This role supports development of the logistics design plan for customers 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
  • Strong 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.

Req ID: 2612152

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