Summary
The Transportation Planner will support domestic transportation operations by planning, tracking, and resolving shipment exceptions while partnering with leadership on network design and optimization. This role provides TMS support, sources carrier rates, manages detention reviews, and helps advance projects that strengthen the domestic network and international expansion efforts.
Responsibilities
- Oversee shipment logistics by tracking in-transit deliveries and coordinating with internal teams and carrier partners
- Source competitive carrier rates and make cost effective, service oriented shipping decisions
- Provide advanced Transportation Management System support including routing guides and rate uploads
- Generate enhanced reporting for Intermodal and Over the Road bids
- Own the detention program by reviewing and communicating decisions on carrier accessorial charges
- Coordinate shipment scheduling, tracking, and exception resolution across all transportation modes
- Partner with Transportation Leadership on projects and strategic initiatives
- Support operational execution to elevate customer experience and service levels
Requirements
- Minimum of two years of relevant work experience
- Transportation or logistics experience strongly preferred
- Proven problem solving and dispute resolution skills with carriers
- Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs and priorities
- Demonstrated initiative and strong time management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications
- Technical background with WMS or TMS such as E2Open is preferred
- Willingness to travel locally, domestically, or internationally occasionally
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