Clinical Facilities Planning Manager jobs in Chattanooga, TN

Manager, Load Planning
CHATTANOOGA TN
M-F 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Position open to remote:  No

Who We Are:
Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress?
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Vacation, Sick, & Personal time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-site work out facility

What You’ll Do:
Manage the process of assigning freight to tractors in a way that maximizes USX revenue and minimizes empty miles for a defined region or business unit.  Identify opportunities to provide transportation solutions services to address internal and external customer needs. 

• Manage and direct the load assignment process for a region or business unit.
• Manage a group of employees that assign freight to tractors.
• Review profitability of assigned region or business unit. Implement processes to increase profitability.
• Direct the activity of the department to ensure operation excellence in order to meet customer commitments.
• Identify ways to minimize our cost while maximizing customer satisfaction.
• Provide verbal and written performance feedback on a regular basis.
• Develop metrics that measure individual planning effectiveness and performance.
• Develop tools that will provide visibility to shortages and prioritize requirements.
• Analyze and troubleshoot problems in planning and execution and generate alternatives to resolve both internal and external limitations.
• Provide leadership and engage employees through effective communications, coaching, training and development.
• Analyze reports and/or spreadsheets to identify where unutilized trucks are in comparison to freight and match loads to these trucks.
• Present any load planning issues in daily operations meetings.
• Advise fleet owners on areas that need trucks to meet freight requirements.
• Identify lanes that can be set-up or that are not needed and advise when rates need to be adjusted.
• Analyze operational reports and take action based on those reports.
• Work closely with internal departments to locate freight and identify available lane options.
• Develop freight service or freight improvements that address customer needs or increase customer value.
• Mentor employees to foster learning and business process improvement
• Develop and implement processes and work methods within the area of responsibility.
• Assist with the gathering and analysis of data in order to find ways to minimize expenses while maximizing service

What We’re Looking For:
Education