Senior Load Planner: Freight & Transportation Optimization

Freedom Living co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Living co. is seeking a Senior Load Planner to coordinate transportation logistics across multiple divisions.

The role focuses on load optimization, carrier communication, and SAP/OTM system updates to ensure timely, cost-efficient shipping execution. 3–5+ years in transportation/logistics, with strong Excel and MS Teams skills, and deep knowledge of freight modes (LTL, TL, small parcel) are required.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in transportation/logistics/supply chain
• Proficient in SAP (EWM), OTM, OMS
• Expertise in freight modes: LTL, TL, small parcel
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams proficiency
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate truckload shipping with Line Haul Carriers and FedEx (Line Haul, Freight, Small Package)
• Communicate with carriers to secure transportation and update Transportation Management Systems (OTM), shipping manifests, Bills of Lading, and calendars
• Conduct inbound and outbound load planning for multiple business units
• Maintain Excel-based calendars and dock schedules
• Collaborate with peers and supervisors to support smooth workflow
• Monitor and report trends/issues to proactively avoid shipment delays
• Provide timely information to internal and external stakeholders
• Promote cross-departmental collaboration and clear communication
• Review POs and Stock Transfer Orders to create SAP deliveries

Skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Judgment & Decision Making

Time Management

Teamwork

Time Sharing

Oral/Written Communication

Problem Sensitivity

Deductive Reasoning

Inductive Reasoning

Tools

SAP (EWM)

OTM

OMS

Job description

Freedom Living co. is seeking a Senior Load Planner to coordinate transportation logistics across multiple divisions.

The role focuses on load optimization, carrier communication, and SAP/OTM system updates to ensure timely, cost-efficient shipping execution. 3–5+ years in transportation/logistics, with strong Excel and MS Teams skills, and deep knowledge of freight modes (LTL, TL, small parcel) are required.