Transportation Planner

Job Purpose

Align with supply chain logistics solutions relating to the company’s financial, order fulfillment, customer requirement, and sales strategies. Execute strategies using a transportation management system (TMS), processes, and procedures to ensure the lowest possible cost while maintaining a high level of customer service and KPI adherence.

Essential Functions

• Serve as a liaison with transportation partners, promoting healthy and effective supplier relationships
• Plan, execute, coordinate, and track all shipments for assigned regions in the company’s TMS focusing on low cost and high service
• Research freight deliveries and report exceptions using accurate reason codes
• Address reported claims related to damaged goods by carriers and ensure company interests are represented when resolving claims
• Ensure all company and customer KPIs are met or exceeded; report on progress and develop action plans for improvement
• Lead carrier business reviews to address performance issues; develop action plans for improvement and provide follow-up
• Affirm carriers comply with all DOT carrier regulations
• Serve as backup for other Transportation Planners and Transportation Coordinators
• Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, operations, business or relevant field preferred
• 3+ years of supply chain logistics and transportation experience working in a TMS
• Ability to think critically and solve problems, as well as seek proactive solutions
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work effectively within an organization and collaborate with internal and external partners to determine requirements and eliminate barriers that may affect the delivery of product
• Professional demeanor with strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Willing and able to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and weekends, as needed

Pay & Benefits

• Salary range: $65,000 to $85,000 annually
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus eligibility, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contributions (subject to eligibility requirements)