Transportation Planner

Job Details

Job Title:

Transportation Planner 

Job Code:

OFFTRNPL

Department:

Transportation

Location:

Leesburg, FL

Reports To:

Regional Shipping and Receiving Manager or Shipping Supervisor

FLSA Classification:

Non - Exempt

EEOC Classification:

Professionals

Salary Grade:

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  Yes             No

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Transportation Planner involves organizing and coordinating transportation services for all company shipments and associated logistical processes.  This role requires expertise in shipment, load, and transportation planning procedures, as well as familiarity with DOT regulations, freight tendering, and spot rate negotiations across all modes of transportation.

Essential Duties

• Carries out various tasks associated with transportation processes for truckload, LTL, and parcel shipping. 
• Examines daily orders, routes, and freight expenses to strategize the most effective transportation method and service level. 
• Organizes orders considering shipment details like shipping dates, backorder status, weight, cube size, and location.  Secures capacity, negotiates spot rates as needed, and plans warehouse pick operations. 
• Acts as a bridge between the Logistics and Customer Service departments to ensure top-tier customer service.  
• Assists in maintaining freight contracts, tariffs, rates, and other charges agreed upon by the company. 
• Maintains DOT files and ensures compliance with federal and state record-keeping regulations.
• Offers coverage for the department when team members are absent.  
• Prepares regular and special metric performance reports for management.
• Develops proficiency in JD Edwards Freight Routes/Rates ERP software.  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities and Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3 – 5 years of experience in a transportation planning function utilizing a TMS system
• Intermediate experience utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in preparing data analysis and software generated reports to offer fresh insights for enhancing processes
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to change
• Experience working in a fast paced and high-volume work environment
• Proactive “self-starter” with a strong attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective interaction with employees on all levels, including executive leadership, as well as carriers and customers

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Knowledge of JDE, WMS, and ERP software or similar applications

Key Competencies

Inter-Relationships

Consistent interaction with various levels of production and distribution employees and management, depending on the facility.  May interact with third party drivers or distribution channel personnel.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Work Environment

This position works in a general distribution or manufacturing environment.  Frequently exposed to seasonal temperatures of excessive cold or heat.  Work environment is often loud, dusty and/or dirty due to the materials required for production. 

Physical Demands

Physical Work

Travel Required

Yes – 0– 10%

Additional Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel.

Job duties outlined in this job description are considered “Essential Functions” and have been formulated in accordance with the guidelines established by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).  The provisions of the American with Disabilities Act (1990) stipulate that employees must be capable of performing the “Essential Functions” of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the “Essential Functions”.

DiversiTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.