Load Planner

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Load Planner within our Fleet Service team to help support our business. As a global-diversified manufacturing company, it’s sometimes hard to explain all the different things we do. We like to say, “we’re the biggest company no one has ever heard of.” We are confident you interact with one of our products in your daily life without knowing it. Whether it’s the mattress you sleep on, the car you drive, the plane you fly on, or the furniture you sit on, our high‑quality components are there supporting you. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives. As a Load Planner you will have the opportunity to support the organization’s global supply chain solutions. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by working closely with various departments to ensure efficient, timely delivery of operations. What will you be doing as a Load Planner? Maintain effective communication with drivers and customers to ensure deliveries in a timely manner. Build and foster excellent working relationships with drivers and branch personnel. Schedule equipment maintenance to ensure vehicle availability and readiness. Track and trace load movements to monitor progress and resolve any issues. Maintain friendly, efficient service to drivers, customers, and office personnel. Maintain timely, accurate records in planning sheets. Communicate with Leggett branches and outside brokers to secure freight. Accept load tenders and confirm load details to ensure smooth transportation operations. Plan loads to minimize deadhead and idle time. Plan around holidays and weather to maintain service to customers. To be successful in this role, you’ll need: 3 years of load planning/dispatch experience. Excellent communication, customer service, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to manage multiple demands while maintaining a high degree of accuracy. Knowledge and experience with DOT regulations and transportation industry. Available for on‑call duty during holidays and weekends. Proficiency in McLeod, Qualcomm, and Microsoft Office is a plus. Ability to work within a team setting. Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer For more information about how we handle your personal data in connection with our recruiting processes, please refer to the Recruiting Privacy Notice on the “Privacy Notice” tab located at #J-18808-Ljbffr