Daniel Perales
El Paso
Summary
Results-driven Load Planner with expertise in load planning and logistics coordination. Proven ability to optimize shipping routes, reducing costs while maintaining efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
LOAD PLANNER
AXIS SOLUTIONS
EL PASO
03.2025 - Current
- Coordinated load planning to optimize shipping routes and reduce transportation costs.
- Estimated freight and postal rates to track shipment costs and weights.
- Directed cargo loading to monitor even distribution of weight.
- Juggled shift duties, prioritizing immediate tasks to streamline operations.
- Assessed truck capacity utilization by analyzing actual versus theoretical loads.
- Developed efficient loading plans for freight shipments to optimize space and maximize cost savings.
- Coordinated with team to determine best use of drivers according to load type and planned routes.
DRIVER
FEDEX FREIGHT
EL PASO
04.2023 - 03.2025
- Operated delivery vehicles to transport freight efficiently and safely.
- Inspected vehicles for safety compliance before each trip.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate timely deliveries.
- Loaded and unloaded freight according to company policies.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and safety regulations during transportation.
- Assisted in training new drivers on operational procedures and safety standards.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
Load Planner
PROTRANS INTL
EL PASO
03.2010 - 04.2023
- Developed load plans to optimize transportation efficiency and reduce delays.
- Analyzed shipment data to identify trends and improve load assignments.
- Communicated with clients to confirm delivery schedules and address concerns.
- Collaborated with warehouse teams to ensure accurate inventory management during loading.
- Trained new staff on load planning processes and software systems used in operations.
- Investigated problems related to shipping delays or incorrect deliveries; developed solutions and took corrective action when necessary.
- Calculated practical delivery schedules and appropriate loads for each vehicle type by weighing needs and availability of client.
- Reviewed transportation documents such as manifests, packing lists, certificates of origin, prior to releasing cargo for shipment.
- Provided guidance to warehouse personnel on proper loading techniques for various types of freight.
- Negotiated rates with carriers according to customer needs while keeping costs within budget parameters.
- Resolved discrepancies between invoices from carriers and vendors and data entered into the system.
Education
GED -
MONTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
El Paso, TXSkills
- Load planning
- Data analysis
- Customer communication
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Freight negotiation
- Problem resolution
- Time management
- Cost reduction strategies
- Software knowledge
- Logistics analysis
- Routing
- Logistics management
- Shipping documentation
- Route optimization
- Transportation planning
- Warehouse operations
- Shipping procedures
Timeline
LOAD PLANNER
AXIS SOLUTIONS
03.2025 - Current
DRIVER
FEDEX FREIGHT
04.2023 - 03.2025
Load Planner
PROTRANS INTL
03.2010 - 04.2023
GED -
MONTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL