Load Planner/Tracker - Transportation Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

The Load Planner/Tracker is responsible for planning, optimizing, and coordinating daily transportation loads using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). This role monitors truck and load capacity, assigns loads, coordinates dispatch and delivery activities, and proactively communicates changes to ensure efficient operations, customer satisfaction, and compliance with DOT and safety requirements. No prior transportation or supply chain experience is required, and fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Job Title: Load Planner/Tracker 

Contract: 1 year + extension or direct hire opportunity

Location: 400 Dividend Drive, Suite 200, Coppell, TX, 75019

Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Benefits: Medical / Vision / Dental / PTO (After 90 days)

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 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 planning of 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 overall efficiency and success of business operations to meet company demands and expectations
• Perform additional managerial and business operations duties as assigned

Qualifications/ Requirements:

• Basic skills: 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: No load planning & supply chain experience is acceptable. Fresh graduate preferred

P4N Solutions is a full-service recruiting and staffing agency partnering with globally leading companies to connect them with top talent. We specialize in sourcing, placing, and supporting highly qualified candidates across a range of industries, helping both clients and candidates achieve long-term success.
Beyond recruitment, we provide end-to-end workforce support, including onboarding coordination, contractor management, payroll processing, workers’ compensation administration, and ongoing employee engagement through regular check-ins and follow-ups. We also manage client contractor portals to ensure accurate updates on pay rates, billing, and employment status.
At People4Net, Inc, we are committed to delivering efficient, reliable, and people-focused staffing solutions that drive business growth and create meaningful career opportunities.

Company Description

P4N Solutions is a full-service recruiting and staffing agency partnering with globally leading companies to connect them with top talent. We specialize in sourcing, placing, and supporting highly qualified candidates across a range of industries, helping both clients and candidates achieve long-term success.\r\nBeyond recruitment, we provide end-to-end workforce support, including onboarding coordination, contractor management, payroll processing, workers’ compensation administration, and ongoing employee engagement through regular check-ins and follow-ups. We also manage client contractor portals to ensure accurate updates on pay rates, billing, and employment status.\r\nAt People4Net, Inc, we are committed to delivering efficient, reliable, and people-focused staffing solutions that drive business growth and create meaningful career opportunities.