Load Planner/Tracker

Ultimate Staffing Services; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services is seeking a Load Planner/Tracker in Coppell, TX. You will optimize daily transport loads using TMS and WMS, coordinate shipments, and ensure timely delivery while complying with DOT regulations.

The role requires strong communication, basic Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply for this one-year contract position.

Qualifications

• Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Outlook, Word) required.
• Familiarity with transportation industry preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively across departments.
• Ability to train others and transfer knowledge.
• Strong problem-solving skills under pressure and independence.

Responsibilities

• Load optimization daily using TMS and WMS.
• Plan and coordinate transportation services for the company.
• Determine truck loads and routes using judgment and capacity tools.
• Assign loads to trucks to meet customer service requirements.
• Dispatch planned loads and own loads for the assigned area.
• Coordinate with other teams to manage trailer pools.
• Communicate late pickups/deliveries and changes promptly.
• Ensure DOT regulations and safety compliance.
• Communicate professionally with internal and external contacts.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Transportation industry knowledge

Communication skills

Training others

Problem solving

Attention to detail

English fluency

Spanish bilingual

Job description

Salary: USD24 - USD24 per hour

Position Information

Job Title: Load Planner/Tracker

Contract Period:1yr.

Work Hours: 10:00am – 7:00pm

Pay Rate: $24/hr. w2

Key Responsibilities

• Load optimization daily on Transportation Management System and Warehouse Management System.
• Manage the overall planning and coordination of transportation services for the company, using his/her judgment and discretion so as to maximize the efficiency and productivity of the operation.
• Utilize independent judgement and discretion and network balance capacity tools to determine location of trucks and available customer loads; to tailor planning to meet area needs, including loads taken, routes utilized and possible changes or cancellation of load assignments; to understand daily capacity needs/opportunities and proactively communicate to appropriate leadership to maximize efficiency.
• Know and understand the intricacies of operational market assigned; plan for acceptance of loads. Utilize independent judgement and network decision support tool to plan for acceptance of loads; to assign loads to trucks; to ensure customers' service requirements are met.
• Responsible for the successful dispatch of planned loads and subsequent ownership of loads for assigned area.
• Coordinate and work closely with designated department teams to manage and maintain customer trailer pools. Collaborate with other planning center teams to coordinate network needs/opportunities, and create and execute agreed upon strategic plans.
• Make decisions and communicate late pickups and/or deliveries, as well as any other load changes, cancellations or reassignments to appropriate department personnel.
• Use independent judgement and discretion to comply with all Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations & Safety Compliance guidelines; to validate driver hours of service to safely and legally facilitate the planningof loads.
• Communicate professionally, effectively, and timely with both internal and external customers/contacts.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the overall efficiency and success of business operations in order to meet company demands and expectations.
• Perform additional managerial and business operations duties as assigned.

Skills and Requirements:

• Basic skill: Microsoft office (Excel, Outlook, Word, etc)
• Knowledge of the transportation industry preferred
• Ability to communicate well and effectively with different departments
• Ability to transfer knowledge and train others
• Ability to solve problems and ability to work in high pressure situations, using independent judgement and discretion
• Detail oriented and computer based keyboard skills
• Language: speak and write in English fluently. Bilingual: preferred Spanish.
• Experience: none load planning & supply chain experience is acceptable. Fresh graduate preferred.