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Roadtex Transportation has become a leader in the nationwide LTL industry, specializing in transporting time and temperature-sensitive products. We handle refrigerated and LTL needs by leveraging no sailing schedules, our nationwide network of 32 strategically placed temperature-controlled facilities, our state-of-the-art tracking, and our specialized equipment and warehousing capabilities. In 2022, Roadtex was acquired by Echo Global Logistics. The acquisition brings a truckload brokerage and expanded transportation management solutions to Roadtex's customers while providing Echo with our national warehouse footprint and advanced temperature-controlled transportation solutions.

Position Overview:

A load planner is responsible for coordinating and scheduling the transportation of goods or materials. They work closely with trucking agents, warehouse managers, and logistics personnel to ensure that shipments are loaded safely, efficiently, and on time.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Planning and scheduling the daily transportation of goods or materials
  • Coordinating with truck agents and warehouse personnel to ensure timely loading and delivery of shipments
  • Communicating with customers to confirm shipment details and ensure customer satisfaction
  • Tracking and monitoring shipments to ensure timely delivery and to identify any potential issues or
  • Providing guidance and support to team members, including office clerks and dock workers

Required Skills:

  • Knowledge of transportation regulations and standards
  • Familiarity with US geography and commercial driving regulations
  • Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Work environment/physical demands summary:

This job operates in an office environment or remote and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office with an open seating floor plan. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.

Benefits

For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit our careers page at https://www.echo.com/company/careers.