Load Planner

Western Flyer Express Inc; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Flyer Express Inc. in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking a Load Planner to coordinate and optimize over-the-road freight movements. You will work to maximize equipment utilization, ensure on-time service, and coordinate with drivers, dispatch, and operations.

The role requires 2+ years in transportation, dispatch, or load planning, with a high school diploma or equivalent as a baseline. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and transportation software is preferred.

Qualifications

• The candidate should have 2+ years in transportation, dispatch, logistics, or load planning.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; college coursework is a plus.
• Experience with DOT regulations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimize over-the-road freight movements based on demand, driver availability, and capacity.
• Maximize revenue, reduce empty miles, and improve asset utilization.
• Coordinate load assignments and schedules with drivers, dispatch, and operations.
• Monitor freight movement and address service issues or delays.
• Balance freight while considering Hours of Service, home time, and priorities.
• Maintain accurate information in the transportation management system.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Transportation operations knowledge

Analytical decision-making

Microsoft Office

Transportation software

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College coursework preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Transportation software

Job description

Load Planner

Location: Oklahoma City, OK, 73108

Position Summary

The Load Planner is responsible for planning and coordinating over-the-road freight movements to maximize equipment utilization, improve driver productivity, and ensure on-time service for customers.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Plan and optimize OTR freight movements based on customer demand, driver availability, and equipment capacity.
• Maximize revenue, reduce empty miles, and improve asset utilization.
• Coordinate load assignments and schedules with drivers, dispatch, and operations.
• Monitor freight movement and address service issues or delays.
• Balance freight while considering Hours of Service, home time, and operational priorities.
• Maintain accurate information in the transportation management system.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of transportation operations and DOT regulations.
• Ability to analyze information and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and transportation software.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; college coursework preferred.
• Two or more years of transportation, dispatch, logistics, or load planning experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk, working on a computer, and talking on the phone.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.