Transportation Load Planner

Job Summary Utilize Medline’s domestic transportation management system to enter and coordinate shipments inbound to Medline branches from plants, vendors, and Medline facilities. Ensure shipping costs do not exceed the forecasted expenses. Evaluate product division needs and carrier transit schedules to determine the mode of transportation that should be used to ensure on-time performance at the most reasonable cost. Liaison between vendor, Inbound procurement, and Medline offices.Job Description 1. Perform inbound load planning activities by consolidating purchase orders, routing, and selecting carriers to Support on-time delivery initiatives by utilizing Medline’s Transportation Management System (TMS). 2. Collaborate with internal contacts to maintain inbound transportation cost and service data. Use this information to assist with carrier selection and create cost-effective loads that pick up on time, achieving expected cost targets. 3. Serve as the primary transportation liaison for internal divisions, vendors, and facilities; fostering strong relationships and utilizing proactive communication to ensure on-time performance and resolve inquiries. 4. Reconcile tendered loads vs pickup requests received daily to ensure all requests have been assigned in the TMS and tendered to a carrier. Confirm carrier acknowledgement / acceptance of all loads tendered. 5. Analyze transportation lane data to identify opportunities for cost savings, service improvements, and network optimization. Provide data-driven recommendations to support procurement and operational strategies. 6. Assist in the freight audit and payment process by reviewing and validating mismatched carrier invoices vs rate on load tenders. Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated salary range for this position : $68,640.00 - $99,320.00 AnnualThe actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and / or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold. Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here . For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here . Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a