Distribution Center Load Planner: Logistics & Optimization

FERGUSON; Perris (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Mental health coverage

Job summary

Ferguson in Perris and Moreno Valley seeks a Distribution Center Load Planner to coordinate daily truckloads, identify cost saves, and work with carrier partners. This role supports operational excellence in a fast-paced environment and requires strong communication, planning, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities include optimizing routing, partnering with internal teams, and ensuring timely, accurate transportation execution.

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.

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 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.

Skills

Route planning

Transportation coordination

Communication

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook)

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Access

Job description

Ferguson in Perris and Moreno Valley seeks a Distribution Center Load Planner to coordinate daily truckloads, identify cost saves, and work with carrier partners. This role supports operational excellence in a fast-paced environment and requires strong communication, planning, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities include optimizing routing, partnering with internal teams, and ensuring timely, accurate transportation execution.