Load Tendering
Load tendering is a business process where companies look for transportation companies to move their goods. It's like getting quotes from moving companies, but for business cargo. When companies need to ship products, they send out details about their shipment (like weight, pickup location, and delivery deadline) to multiple carriers, who then bid for the job. This helps businesses find the best price and service for moving their goods. You might also hear it called "freight tendering" or "shipment bidding." It's an important part of how modern shipping and logistics companies operate to keep costs down and maintain efficiency.
Examples in Resumes
Managed Load Tendering process for 200+ weekly shipments, reducing transportation costs by 15%
Implemented digital Load Tendering system to streamline carrier selection
Coordinated Load Tendering and Freight Tendering operations across multiple distribution centers
Improved Shipment Bidding process resulting in 20% cost savings
Typical job title: "Load Planners"
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Example Interview Questions
Senior Level Questions
Q: How would you implement a new load tendering strategy across multiple distribution centers?
Expected Answer: Should discuss experience with managing large-scale operations, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, analyzing carrier performance data, and implementing cost-saving measures while maintaining service quality.
Q: How do you handle peak season capacity challenges in load tendering?
Expected Answer: Should explain strategies for maintaining carrier relationships, early planning, using backup carriers, and balancing cost with service reliability during high-volume periods.
Mid Level Questions
Q: What factors do you consider when selecting carriers for specific loads?
Expected Answer: Should mention considerations like carrier rates, reliability history, equipment availability, delivery requirements, and geographic coverage areas.
Q: How do you manage relationships with multiple carriers?
Expected Answer: Should discuss communication strategies, performance tracking, regular reviews, and maintaining good working relationships while ensuring competitive pricing.
Junior Level Questions
Q: Explain the basic process of load tendering.
Expected Answer: Should be able to describe the steps from receiving shipment requirements to selecting carriers and confirming bookings.
Q: What information is needed to create a load tender?
Expected Answer: Should list basic requirements like pickup/delivery locations, dates, weight, dimensions, special handling needs, and any specific equipment requirements.
Experience Level Indicators
Junior (0-2 years)
- Basic understanding of transportation documentation
- Ability to use transportation management systems
- Knowledge of shipping requirements
- Basic carrier communication
Mid (2-5 years)
- Carrier relationship management
- Rate negotiation
- Problem-solving for shipping issues
- Understanding of transportation regulations
Senior (5+ years)
- Strategic carrier sourcing
- Team leadership
- Process optimization
- Budget management
Red Flags to Watch For
- No experience with transportation management systems
- Poor understanding of shipping documentation
- Lack of carrier relationship management experience
- No knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance
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