Load Planner

Job Summary:

The strategic planning, coordination, and management of operational activities within an organization. Operations planning professionals play a crucial role in optimizing resources and ensuring efficient and effective operations. coordinating the movement of goods and materials throughout the supply chain, they plan and schedule transportation, coordinate with carriers and freight forwarders, and ensure timely delivery. They may also manage inventory levels, track shipments, and resolve any logistics-related issues or delays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Plan freight and equipment in assigned regions for maximum utilization and profitability.
• Meet driver/equipment routing needs. Manage deadhead. Utilize team equipment to provide maximum productivity.
• Control relays.
• Analyze current load patterns and match available loads to eliminate empty miles.
• Datamine available load opportunities to structure/restructure lanes for maximum load outs.
• Coordinate with outside CRST Operations to assist in maximizing lanes either through restructuring or improved utilization of existing lanes.
• Analyze cost vs. opportunity and work with Sales to identify new routing or client opportunities.

Work Location/Shift: This is an in office role located in Jurupa Valley, CA. The shift is Monday - Friday from 7am to 4pm

Compensation: $73,221 - 117,230 year Starting Wages (Pay Bi-Weekly) *A final amount is dependent on factors including prior relevant experience, knowledge, and location. Typically, selected candidates are hired at a rate between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

The CRST Core Values: Safety at the Core of All We Do – Integrity in Every Decision and Action – Commitment to the Success of Employees, Customers, Agents, Contractors, and Communities.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.