What are the responsibilities and job description for the City Planner position at Yellow Corporation?
JOB SUMMARY
The City Planner will plan available resources (manpower and equipment) to deliver freight in the safest and most cost effective manner to meet or exceed customer expectations and to achieve department and company goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Communicate company safety program and enforce safety rules and compliance with all government regulations. Maintain a safe work environment at all times. Follows all YRCF Safety protocols in the event of an accident or injury.
- Provide coordination of office and/or dock functions with management of city operations for efficient damage-free pickup, loading and delivery of freight.
- Monitor, evaluate and provide recommendations to city operations personnel to maintain efficient processes to improve P & D operations performance.
- Develop cost-saving methods for increased pick-up and delivery productivity.
- Recruit, develop and retain qualified personnel to ensure effective operations in support of company’s mission and goals.
- Improve employee relations through motivation, feedback and coaching.
- Project and schedule drivers based on forecasted business levels. Maintain adequate staffing levels of qualified, experienced drivers.
- Support accident/injury prevention activities to provide a safe and efficient working environment for employees.
- Ensure compliance with government and company regulations, policies and procedures.
- Develop daily delivery plan utilizing equipment, manpower, and other resources to ensure an effective / efficient operation and meet customer expectations.
- Maintain knowledge of applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and administer disciplinary progression per contract and local work rules.
COMPETENCIES
- Adaptability - Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful.
- Building Trusting Relationships - Using appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with customers and internal partners; interacting with others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives them confidence in one’s intentions.
- Collaborating - Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.
- Communication - Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that help them understand and retain the message; listening actively to others.
- Continuous Learning - Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
- Initiating Action - Taking prompt action to accomplish work goals; taking action to achieve results beyond what is required; being proactive.
- Work Standards - Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
BENEFITS
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Employee selected medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- PTO and paid holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics or related field or equivalent combination of education or experience.
- Two (2) years of experience in city and/or dock operations.
- Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- Demonstrated organizational, planning, prioritization and leadership skills.
- Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Five (5) years of operations leadership experience.
- Knowledge of local applicable collective bargaining agreements.
- Proven knowledge of computer applications (MS office).
- Knowledge of company policy, procedures and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This job operates in a professional office environment indoors. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The position requires the ability to spend long hours sitting or standing while using office equipment and computers. Ability to perform repetitive tasks such as typing and keying. Continually speaking and hearing, giving and receiving directions. Occasional lifting, pushing/pulling, carrying 10 lbs of supplies and materials is required.
Yellow Corporation, along with all subsidiary companies, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer