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Thomas, Large & Singer Inc. (TLS) is currently seeking an energetic Logistics Planner to join our team.Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Transportation, the Logistics Planner is responsible for all truck planning and space optimization activities within CubeIQ and Descartes Transportation Management systems. Ensuring track and trace data availability within MacroPoint, KPI and scorecard maintenance. This position will be based out of our TLS head office in Markham, Ontario.Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:Load Optimization:Utilize CubeIQ to maximize truck configurationsValidate equipment typeAudit load plans, including product stackability and sales order accuracyTransportation Planning:Utilize Descartes TMS (Transportation Management System) to validate carrier and tariff selection processEnsure carrier tenders are EDI transmitted and accepted to meet Customer requested arrival dates (RADs)Confirm location pings are present within MacroPoint for accurate shipment statuses (track and trace validity)Communication:Coordination with carriers, warehouses and internal teamsProvide guidance and consultation to Customer Care team for load simulations and fit data for customer PO communicationIssue Resolution:Identify and resolve transportation-related challenges within scope of TMS systemsReporting & Documentation:Maintain records of load planning and optimization activities, including but not limited to SOPsCreate and maintain scorecards in support of carrier & service level KPIsGenerate reports related to load efficiency and costsKey Qualifications: Preferred Bachelors degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or equivalent relevant professional experience.A background in supply chain, logistics, or transportation is an assetExcellent technical skills (Excel, Reporting, EDI)Experience working with freight transportation statistics; with an analytical mindsetSolid customer service skills and strong multitasking abilities.TMS / truck load planning knowledge an assetPrevious CPG experience with major grocery retailer knowledge is a definite assetExcellent communication skills both written & verbalWhats In It for YouGreat team dynamic and tight knit company culture. One of the most important factors in choosing your next role is the people you work with and our people are AWESOME!Flexible work environment. Ability to work from home 2-3 days per week.Summer Hours Program who doesnt want to leave early on Fridays to spend more time with friends and family while the sun is shining.Interested candidates may apply by email to Human Resources, with your resume and salary expectations.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Thomas, Large & Singer welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.About Thomas, Large & Singer Inc.Since 1912, Thomas, Large & Singer has been a preferred buy-sell distributor in the Consumer-Packaged Goods industry for many Canadian and international clients. Over the past century, the company has developed expertise in all facets of the industry from national logistics and warehousing to order-to-cash, trade promotional control solutions, broker management and sales agency of private label and industrial ingredient solutions.To find out more, please go to our website www.tlscanada.com