Load Planner

33 Saia Logistics LLC; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia LTL Freight is seeking an experienced logistics professional in the United States to optimize freight loading and routing, reducing costs and improving on-time performance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan loads, manage tender acceptance, and document load activities, leveraging transportation management software and MS Office.

The role requires an associate degree and 2+ years in transportation, with a willingness to work flexible hours and contribute to continuous

Qualifications

• Associate degree in business or related field.
• 2+ years of transportation experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Optimize transportation costs using transportation management software.
• Track on-time performance and tender acceptance; develop action plans.
• Communicate shipment status updates with cross-functional teams.
• Approve or deny accessorial charge requests.
• Plan freight loads based on customer needs and urgency to minimize costs.
• Forward shipment information to cross-functional teams after dispatch.
• Maintain records of all load planning activities and documentation.
• Analyze shipping data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement areas.

Skills

Transportation experience

Microsoft Office

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Associate degree in business or related field

Tools

Transportation management software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

Optimizes the loading and routing of freight to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Optimizes transportation costs via transportation management software.
• Tracks and develops action plans for on-time performance and tender acceptance.
• Communicates with cross-functional teams regarding shipment status updates and changes.
• Approves or denies any accessorial charge requests, such as out-of-route miles and unloading fees.
• Plans freight loads for customers by understanding the needs and urgency to plan the loads cost-effectively.
• Forwards shipment information to cross-functional teams once the load has been dispatched.
• Maintains accurate records of all load planning activities and documentation.
• Analyzes shipping and loading data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in business or a related field.
• 2+ years of transportation experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed.

Make Your Move

At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values - like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

With headquarters in Georgia, Saia LTL Freight operates across the U.S. and employs thousands of people nationwide.

Through our network of partners, we serve the balance of the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii, plus Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico.

Through our three operating service groups-Saia LTL, LinkEx, and Saia Logistics Services-we provide complete transportation and logistics solutions.

As a company, Saia is dedicated to providing every employee the opportunity and environment to continue to grow and contribute, individually and as part of a team.