Distribution Center Load Planner

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.; Perris (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. in Perris, CA, is seeking a Distribution Center Load Planner to coordinate daily truckload shipments and optimize transportation costs. You will partner with carriers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery across Perris and Moreno Valley.

The role requires route planning experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. We offer a competitive hourly wage, bonus eligibility, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent transportation, logistics, route planning, or related industry experience will be considered.
• Previous route planning, transportation coordination, or delivery driver experience required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills across teams and with customers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook; Word and Access preferred.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently in a collaborative team.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily truckload shipments into Ferguson distribution centers in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve transportation processes, service levels, and costs.
• Utilize transportation systems to tender freight to carrier partners per routing guides.
• Communicate transportation delays and disruptions caused by system issues or events.
• Review, evaluate and help improve transportation procedures in partnership with management.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely, accurate execution of transportation plans.

Skills

Route planning

Transportation coordination

Delivery driver experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent transportation, logistics, route planning, or related industry experience

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Posting: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in. We realize that our greatest assets are our best-in-class associates, which is why we’re dedicated to offering limitless opportunities for growth and advancement. We want to help you build a long‑lasting career with Ferguson. Together, we can continue to lead the industry and help build our nation’s infrastructure from the ground up. Join our team today. Ferguson is currently seeking the right individual to fill an immediate opening for a Distribution Center Load Planner. This role will be supporting the load planning functions for both Perris, CA and Moreno Valley locations.

Responsibilities

As a Load Planner, you will:

• Plan and coordinate daily truckload shipments into Ferguson distribution centers in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve transportation processes, service levels, and overall costs.
• Utilize transportation and logistics systems to tender freight to Ferguson’s carrier partners in compliance with routing guides.
• Communicate transportation delays and service disruptions resulting from system issues, weather events, or other operational challenges that impact distribution centers and customers Review, evaluate, and help improve transportation procedures and operational processes in partnership with management.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient execution of transportation plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent transportation, logistics, route planning, or related industry experience will also be considered.
• Previous route planning, transportation coordination, or delivery driver experience required.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with customers.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to interpret and apply processes, procedures, and operational guidelines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook; working knowledge of Word and Access preferred.
• Self‑motivated and organized, with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to navigate changing priorities and business needs.

Benefits and Compensation

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well‑being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well‑being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

• Pay Range:
• $15.00
• $37.24
• Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.
• This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.
• Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation

• The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information Ferguson is a project success company providing expertise, solutions and products from infrastructure, plumbing and appliances to HVAC, fire, fabrication and more. As a leading value-added distributor of residential and commercial plumbing supplies and pipe, valves and fittings in the U.S., we exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful and sustainable. The professionals we serve help transform the world we live in, and we are their trusted partners with the scale to provide peace of mind. Founded in 1953, Ferguson is part of Ferguson plc, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: FERG) and London Stock Exchange (LSE: FERG). With approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations, Ferguson plc serves customers in all 50 states, Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico and the Caribbean.