WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
The Regional Load Planner is responsible for managing transportation activities within an assigned geographic region, ensuring products are delivered safely, efficiently, and cost effectively. This role works within an established transportation network to select carriers and transportation modes while balancing service expectations and cost objectives.
The position partners closely with carriers, plant personnel, customer service teams, and other business functions to optimize freight movements, improve network efficiency, and maintain high service levels. The Regional Load Planner plays a key role in identifying transportation improvements, resolving service issues, managing freight claims, and supporting day to day logistics operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and manage outbound shipments for an assigned region utilizing transportation management systems and established carrier networks.
- Optimize transportation network performance through continuous move planning, round trip opportunities, and efficient equipment utilization.
- Maintain and update carrier capacity information to support transportation planning and ensure service continuity.
- Select transportation modes and carriers based on service requirements, network optimization opportunities, and cost effectiveness.
- Analyze freight lanes, shipment patterns, and transportation data to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost reduction.
- Communicate with carriers regarding dispatch, routing, service expectations, and performance.
- Monitor carrier service levels and support ongoing performance tracking and improvement initiatives.
- Investigate and resolve transportation service failures, shipment delays, and customer concerns in a timely manner.
- Coordinate reconsignments, returns, and other transportation adjustments as needed.
- Partner with manufacturing, marketing, engineering, customer service, and logistics teams to support changing transportation needs.
- Process freight claims and coordinate with third parties to ensure proper claim management and resolution.
- Review and approve transportation invoices through third party freight payment systems.
- Maintain transportation records and documentation, including proof of delivery and shipment files.
- Support additional transportation and logistics initiatives as assigned.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree preferred, ideally in Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Business, or a related field.
- Candidates without a degree should possess 2 to 3 years of progressive experience in logistics, transportation, customer service, or administrative operations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
- Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across cross functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or freight planning.
- Experience with SAP, Manhattan Associates TLM, or other transportation management systems.
- Knowledge of carrier operations, freight routing, and transportation network optimization.
Additional Requirements
- Limited travel required (less than 20%).
- Ability to work remotely with company-provided equipment and reliable internet access.
- Availability to work schedules that may range between 7:00 AM and 6:30 PM.
- Ability to perform extensive computer-based work and remain seated for extended periods
A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US
CERTAINTEED
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North
American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings. A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and
Canada. www.certainteed.com
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected].
BENEFITS IN JOINING US
At Saint-Gobain, our goal is to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support your well-being and improve daily life for you and your family. We value your contribution to our purpose, Making the World a Better Home, and your Total Rewards package aims to help you plan for the future you want.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:
- Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave • Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Job Reference: USA15149
