Transportation Planner

Role: Transportation Planner

Location: Waynesboro, Virginia, USA

The LYCRA Company has built a leading position in the Apparel industry over the years via a continuous stream of value-adding fiber, fabric or garment innovations enabled and supported by a network of strategic partners across the entire value chain. This contributed to make the LYCRA® brand a unique asset that still powers today one of the most iconic and valuable corporate franchises in the Apparel industry. It is all reflected in our corporate vision: “enhancing life through innovative garment solutions”. 

As a Transportation Planner, you will be essential in ensuring the seamless movement of freight shipments while optimizing both cost and efficiency. If you excel in problem-solving, logistics coordination, and working in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you!  

The role is day based but may require some work to be done on nights and weekends, if needed.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate inbound and outbound trucking, including ocean container shipments.
• Dispatch third-party carriers for customer and port deliveries, ensuring on-time departures that meet delivery deadlines and port cutoff schedules.
• Collaborate with warehouse personnel to monitor scheduled shipments for on-time loading and delivery.
• Quickly address transportation issues, notifying supply chain and customer service of delays and implementing solutions to minimize service disruptions.
• Analyze carrier performance based on on-time delivery, rejection rates, and adherence to equipment requests.
• Leverage SAP system and related tools, along with freight forwarders, to drive cost-effective logistics solutions.
• Support transportation needs during off-hours (evenings/weekends) as required to ensure smooth operations.
• Enhance logistics efficiency by analyzing workflow, optimizing distribution, and improving inventory management processes.
• Develop and refine procedures to maximize customer satisfaction while minimizing costs.

Qualifications (Required):

• Bachelor’s degree 
• At least one year of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Flexibility to be on-call occasionally for urgent transportation matters.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and drive process improvements.

Qualifications (Preferred):

• Three or more years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Hands-on experience with SAP in a logistics or supply chain environment.
• Knowledge of domestic trucking regulations, international trade, or ocean freight logistics.
• ASCM/APICS certification or related professional training.
• Experience handling chemical hazardous materials in a logistics setting.

Compensation/Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary, including variable pay and excellent benefits package.

The LYCRA Company innovates and produces fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, The LYCRA Company is recognized worldwide for its innovative products, technical expertise, sustainable solutions, and unmatched marketing support. The LYCRA Company owns leading consumer and trade brands: LYCRA®, LYCRA HyFit®, LYCRA® T400®, COOLMAX®, THERMOLITE®, ELASPAN®, SUPPLEX®, and TACTEL®. The LYCRA Company’s legacy stretches back to 1958 with the invention of the original spandex yarn, LYCRA® fiber. Today, The LYCRA Company focuses on adding value to its customers’ products by developing unique innovations designed to meet the consumer’s need for comfort and lasting performance. For more information, visit www.thelycracompany.com

As a principled-based organization, The LYCRA Company is committed to a fair, respectful, and equitable workplace that embraces diversity and reflects the communities in which it operates. This helps foster an environment where employees feel valued, fulfilled, and able to achieve their full potential. Furthermore, we believe that a diverse workforce operating in such an environment is central to our success, as we need not only the right skill sets but also a wide breadth of perspectives and ideas, diverse life experiences, & a seamless collaboration between employees to achieve our company purpose of “enhancing life through innovative garment solutions.

We’re an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.