Capacity Planner

Role : Capacity Planning Specialist Location : Onsite in Houston, TX 77073 Duration: Direct hire Schedule : Various shift options *THIS IS A HIGH VOLUME SALES ROLE!! Desired Skills & Experience : 2-4+ years of experience in carrier sales, carrier procurement, dispatch, truckload brokerage, capacity planning, or transportation operations within a 3PL or freight brokerage environment Experience sourcing and securing carrier capacity, negotiating rates, confirming equipment and driver availability, and managing loads through pickup and delivery Working knowledge of domestic ground transportation, including FTL/LTL freight, equipment types, transit times, carrier requirements, and common accessorial charges Experience proactively identifying and resolving carrier or shipment issues, including late pickups/deliveries, coverage challenges, tracking issues, and rate discrepancies Job Description: An employer in the Houston, TX area is seeking a Capacity Planning Specialist to join their ground transportation operations team. On a daily basis, this person will be responsible for sourcing and securing qualified carrier capacity for assigned shipments, confirming rates and equipment, completing dispatch, and coordinating pickup and delivery appointments. This is a fast-paced, high-volume environment that requires someone who is highly organized, proactive, comfortable working under time-sensitive deadlines, and able to take ownership of shipments from initial carrier coverage through final delivery and cost confirmation. Compensation: $55,000-$65,000 + Commission (Based on individual revenue) Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

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