Logistics Planner

Duties And Responsibilities

• Planning and executing the transportation needs across Cirba Solutions’ global logistics network
• Ensures Health & Safety (EH&S) is the number one goal by following safety policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner
• Work with EH&S to resolve incidents related to inbound and outbound shipments which may impact service and quality levels
• Maintains and monitors logistics’ project plans, schedules, and budgets
• Continuously evaluate and identify opportunities to drive process improvements that positively impact the organization
• Perform various tasks, like schedule and execute transportation requirements, along with administrative duties like maintaining shipping documents and handling financial inquiries
• Monitor progress of assigned projects and resolve any issues that arise
• Network optimization through efficient route planning
• Able to read, understand and create shipping documents (i.e. manifests, e-manifests, BOLs)
• Act as central point of contact for internal and external customers regarding transportation inquiries
• Communicate with internal and external customers to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives of each job
• Use problem solving tools and techniques, identifying root cause of problems occurring within logistics network, including carrier and vendor issues
• Maintain KPIs regarding logistics network efficiency
• Prepare accurate reports for upper management
• Manage inventory levels which include off-site storage facilities and/or vendor material
• Other duties, as required, in support of goals within the Global Logistics Team

Qualifications

• Proven logistics experience, with logistics management skills as it pertains to best business practices
• Quick thinker who can adapt to changing transportation scenarios
• Demonstrated understanding of project management concepts
• Ability to work independently and multitask in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and professionalism
• Proficiency with MS Office (with emphasis on MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Advanced communication skills
• Well-developed analytical and decision-making skills
• Well-developed team building and conflict resolution skills
• Understanding of root cause analysis techniques
• Advanced problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of staff and management