District Transportation Planner

About the role

The District Transportation Planner is responsible for the inbound and outbound planning of logistics requirements in support of safe, efficient, and effective Transportation load optimization and distribution within the District’s supply chain. This position involves executing the transportation order conversion process, freight tendering, mode selection, load optimization, and dispatch planning within the Transportation department. Additionally, this role identifies and develops recommendations for process improvements, SAP enhancements that increase the effectiveness of the freight order conversion process.

Responsibilities

• Freight Order Conversion Process
• Responsible for planning transportation movements in the district branches including shuttles, IBTs, outbound orders, bulk/mini-bulk, inbound fleet movements, etc.
• Effectively communicates with internal stakeholders (Commercial teams, Planners, CSR’s, etc.) in a timely fashion and pleasant demeaner to work toward common goal of servicing our customers.
• Addresses and recommends alternatives for all inbound and 3rd party logistic expediting requirements for Purchasing and Sales.
• Direct the movement of inbound, outbound, third party, CIBT & IBT products to meet customer requirements.
• Aids with the scheduling of inbound & outbound package and bulk carriers to include communicating/arranging pick-up dates with common carriers.
• Orders and Approves SPOT (Short Order Leadtime) Transportation capacity.
• Works with local branches daily for capacity planning and special requirements.
• Freight Lane Audit and Compliance
• File and resolve freight claim issues.
• Assists with Freight settlements:
• Approves freight exceptions on freight bills and purchase orders.
• Audits freight bills and approves for payment.
• Quality & Improvement
• Makes recommendations for transportation equipment and assists in selection process.
• Assists in responding to all District Transportation quality and customer service requirements and determines appropriate actions to include in-transit visibility.
• Interprets company policy and ensures consistent application.
• Provides input to management regarding transportation operating efficiency leveraging the TMS, in coordination with district and branch management, to improve cost or service.
• Maintains customer specific data in TMS.

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent business experience.
• 3-5 years of Transportation, Purchasing, or Operations experience within Univar Solutions or equivalent business experience.
• Will need to complete and become proficient in TMS training and system.
• Knowledge of Purchasing or Logistics processes and functions.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Strong technical skills.
• In depth SAP and SAPTM system knowledge.
• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated team performer.
• High level of decision-making ability.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent business experience.
• 3-5 years of Transportation, Purchasing, or Operations experience within Univar Solutions or equivalent business experience.
• Knowledge of Purchasing or Logistics processes and functions.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Strong technical skills.
• In depth SAP and SAPTM system knowledge.
• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated team performer.
• High level of decision-making ability.

Skills

• SAP
• ERP
• Human Resources
• Technology

Benefits

The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs.

Pay

The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Schedule

Not specified.