Logistics Planner

United Initiators•Elyria, OH

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for creating, reviewing, processing, and taking ownership of customer shipments, both domestically and internationally.

5+ years of experience in Domestic FTL /LTL /International transportation
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Windows, and SAP.
Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to identify and solve problems independently.
Strong organizational, proofreading, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Strong Critical Thinking Skills

Process domestic and international shipments, including required documents for Sales Orders, Warehouse Stock Orders, and sample shipments.
Create and provide shipping documents for all incoming and outgoing shipments (e.g., BOL, Packing List, C/A, MSDS, CCI, DGD, Invoice, Carrier Notification).
Review all documents for accuracy and compliance with DOT and IMDG regulations.
Review and post orders through the GPC Freight Processing system to finalize shipments.
Create, update, and distribute international documents as required by each customer.
Coordinate with Customer Service, Shipping and Receiving, Sales, and dedicated fleet contacts to optimize utilization of dedicated trucks and mitigate transportation costs.
Monitor route compliance and carrier performance; collaborate with Logistics team to improve routing guides.
Coordinate transportation services for shipments using non-dedicated carriers.
Reconcile freight shipments in GPC to ensure accuracy of freight costs and resolve issues; support month-end GPC reporting for Costs and Controlling.
Communicate and trouble shoot issues or discrepancies with customer shipments to relevant stakeholders.
Booking, monitoring, and troubleshooting of international freight shipments
Follow all company safety protocols in shipping and logistics activities.
Ensure compliance with environmental standards during transportation and documentation processes.
Support ISO 9001, 14001, and Responsible Care Programs

Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
Company-paid life insurance, short-term/long-term disability, and accident insurance
48 hours of sick time per year (rollover up to 96 hours)
2 floating holidays + 24 hours of unavoidable absence leave
Paid vacation begins after 90 days of service, with additional vacation consideration available based on relevant experience.
401(k) with match, Safe Harbor contribution, and profit sharing
Wellness Program (earn up to $350/year for routine care)
Health Advocate program for additional support

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