Posted: 10/22/2025 Job Number: 41449

Job Description

Load Planner
Onsite

Responsibilities:

Load Planning & Execution
- Build, plan, and assign daily outbound and inbound shipments in TMS (Transportation Management System).
- Optimize routing and equipment utilization to ensure timely, efficient delivery while minimizing transportation costs.
- Review orders, consolidate shipments, and determine the best mode and carrier assignment.
- Ensure alignment with required delivery dates (RDD/MABD) and customer-specific delivery guidelines.
Coordination & Communication
- Communicate with carriers, warehouse operations, and customer service to confirm load details and resolve scheduling conflicts.
- Monitor in-transit loads, ensuring on-time performance and addressing any delays or accessorial issues proactively.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for load execution and scheduling questions.
System & Documentation
- Maintain accurate shipment data in TMS and supporting systems (e.g., FourKites, Tracktik, SAP).
- Validate BOLs, appointment confirmations, and proof of delivery (POD) documents.
- Ensure compliance with company SOPs, carrier contracts, and customer routing guides.
Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Track KPIs such as on-time pickup/delivery, cost per load, and tender acceptance.
- Analyze trends to identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
- Support carrier performance reviews and logistics optimization initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
2+ years of experience in load planning, dispatching, or transportation coordination.
Strong understanding of freight operations, routing, and carrier scheduling.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and transportation systems (TMS).
Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

Experience with SAP or similar enterprise logistics platforms.
Knowledge of EDI processes, carrier portals, and digital visibility tools (FourKites, Project44, etc.).
Familiarity with regional carrier networks and warehouse operations.

Pay range is $19 - $24 per hour with full benefits available, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, parental leave, and more. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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At Crystal Equation, we empower people and advance technology initiatives by building trust. Your recruiter will prep you for the interview, obtain feedback, guide you through any necessary paperwork and provide everything you need for a successful start. We will serve to empower you along the way and provide the path for your professional journey.

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