Job Details

Remote Load Planner

Location: Remote – USA

Compensation: Up to $70,000+ DOE

Employment Type: Full-Time

We're Looking for a Transportation Load Planner — Not an Analyst

We are seeking an experienced Load Planner who understands what it takes to move freight safely, legally, and profitably.

This is a hands‑on transportation position for someone who has actually planned and coordinated freight loads and understands that successful load planning requires more than moving information around on a spreadsheet.

We are not looking for a logistics manager or transportation sales manager. We are seeking an experienced routing and load planner.

The right candidate understands different @types of freight, equipment, haul requirements, routing considerations, permits, dimensions, weights, safety requirements, and the operational realities that come with getting a load from Point A to Point B.

What You'll Do

• Plan and coordinate freight loads with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and profitability
• Determine the appropriate equipment and transportation method for various @types of freight
• Understand load dimensions, weight, securement requirements, and equipment capabilities
• Plan routes while considering road restrictions, bridges, permits, clearance, weight limits, and other transportation requirements
• Coordinate oversized, overweight, specialized, and/or heavy-haul freight as applicable
• Work with drivers, dispatchers, operations personnel, customers, and transportation providers to ensure loads are executed properly
• Maximize equipment utilization and look for opportunities to improve routing and reduce empty miles
• Ensure loads are planned in accordance with DOT, safety, permit, and company requirements
• Anticipate potential transportation problems before they become operational issues
• Make practical decisions based on real-world transportation conditions
• Communicate changes and requirements clearly to drivers and operations teams
• Monitor planned loads and make adjustments when conditions change
• Maintain accurate load and transportation documentation

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in freight load planning, transportation planning and dispatch/operations
• Strong understanding of different freight @types and transportation equipment
• Experience planning loads based on weight, dimensions, equipment, route, permits, and safety requirements
• Knowledge of different @types of hauls and the operational requirements associated with them
• Understanding of DOT regulations and transportation safety requirements
• Ability to identify the most efficient way to move a load without compromising safety or compliance
• Strong knowledge of the practical side of trucking and freight transportation
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented, but able to make decisions quickly when transportation conditions change