Logistics Load Planner - Fleet & Route Optimizer

Werner Enterprises; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Werner Enterprises seeks an experienced logistics professional to oversee the assignment of trucks to loads and schedule optimization across assigned territories. You will coordinate with Customer Service Managers, Fleet Managers, and other department colleagues to ensure efficient operations and asset utilization.

The role requires knowledge of DOT regulations, strong communication, and the ability to balance multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• 2–3 years customer service experience preferred.
• 2–3 years transportation experience preferred.
• 1–2 years AS400 or PC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assign trucks to loads and prioritize based on requirements, production, and asset utilization.
• Manage fleet manager requests for production and home time.
• Monitor inbound/outbound statuses and trailer pools to maximize asset use.
• Notify managers of delays or issues and coordinate with internal teams.
• Ensure on-time pickups and deliveries and provide driver window coverage.

Skills

Customer service

Logistical planning

DOT regulations

Geography knowledge

Communication

Typing 35–40 wpm

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (Marketing/Management/Transportation/Logistics)

Tools

AS400

PC software

Job description

Werner Enterprises seeks an experienced logistics professional to oversee the assignment of trucks to loads and schedule optimization across assigned territories. You will coordinate with Customer Service Managers, Fleet Managers, and other department colleagues to ensure efficient operations and asset utilization.

The role requires knowledge of DOT regulations, strong communication, and the ability to balance multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy.