Transportation Planner

About the role

Own the planning and execution of freight moving in and out of plants, mills, and distribution centers. Play a key role in a fast-paced environment by leveraging data, technology, and strong relationships to optimize cost, service, and capacity while adapting to changing customer and market needs.

About KBX Logistics

KBX Logistics is a trusted leader in supply chain logistics, leveraging deep expertise, supply chain integration, and advanced technologies to deliver efficient, safe, and reliable freight solutions. The team empowers individuals to manage their portfolio of responsibilities designed to enhance customer experience, increase capacity, and mitigate cost.

KBX Logistics values adaptability, continuous learning, and strong collaboration to take ownership, build relationships, and continuously improve how we serve customers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the transportation process for assigned plants, mills, distribution centers, or customer accounts
• Proactively identify and resolve capacity and equipment gaps to ensure consistent execution
• Build and maintain relationships with carriers, customers, and internal partners to drive reliable service
• Use data and market insights to make decisions, negotiate spot quotes, and improve cost and service outcomes
• Respond to unplanned events (e.g., service disruptions, accessorials) with attention to detail and urgency
• Leverage transportation systems, AI-enabled tools, and technology to drive efficiency and optimize performance
• Collaborate across teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support shared outcomes
• Adapt to changing priorities, customer needs, and market conditions while maintaining service expectations
• Demonstrate ownership of your portfolio while continuously identifying opportunities to improve results

Requirements

• Experience using Microsoft Office tools to analyze information and communicate effectively
• Experience providing customer service and resolving issues
• Experience managing multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience communicating with others to coordinate work or resolve challenges

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Experience planning or dispatching freight
• Experience using transportation management systems (TMS) or logistics-related software
• Experience analyzing data to identify trends, improve decisions, or optimize outcomes
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with customers, carriers, or suppliers
• Experience collaborating across teams or functions to solve problems and improve processes
• Experience using new or evolving technology, tools, or systems to improve efficiency or performance

Pay

Compensation is determined by available market data, considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. The range provided may be higher or lower than stated.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance, ADD, and disability coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation and time off
• Educational assistance
• Infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance (eligibility criteria apply)

Benefits may vary by geographic region. Specific eligibility criteria are outlined in the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy, or guideline.