Load Planner

• Load Planner- Freight

  Location: Warrenton, Virginia
  Company: Growing Asset-Based Carrier

  Salary: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00(DOE)

  Are you a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced transportation environment? We are seeking an experienced Load Planner to help drive efficiency, maximize revenue, and keep our fleet moving profitably across OTR and regional lanes.

  Our company continues to expand its national footprint, servicing direct shippers throughout the U.S. With a strong fleet of trucks and a dedicated flatbed division, we’re looking for someone who can confidently manage freight flow while building strong customer relationships.

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  What You’ll Do

  • Plan, assign, and optimize freight for OTR and regional flatbed operations
  • Coordinate driver schedules to ensure on-time service and maximize utilization
  • Communicate directly with customers to maintain strong partnerships
  • Secure spot market freight and negotiate competitive rates
  • Monitor load boards and identify strategic freight opportunities
  • Maintain accurate, real-time information within the TMS
  • Support revenue growth initiatives and meet performance targets
  • Ensure compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations

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  What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 3 years of truckload planning
  • Strong knowledge of flatbed operations preferred
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
  • Proficient in TMS platforms and load boards
  • Working knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA regulations
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Background in logistics, transportation

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  What We Offer

  We recognize and reward performance. Our team members receive:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Paid holidays and vacation time
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Opportunity for growth within a rapidly expanding carrier
  • If you are motivated, proactive, and ready to make an impact in a growing transportation company, we want to hear from you. For confidential consideration, please send your resume directly

Teresa Franco Search Consultant •gpac Logistics

Call/Text: (563) 257-1875

Email:teresa.franco @gogpac.comgogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.