Logistics Transportation Planner

EquipmentShare • Columbia, MO

24d • Onsite

About The Position

EquipmentShare is hiring a Logistics Transportation Planner at its Corporate Headquarters in Columbia, Missouri. The role’s primary goal is to ensure the efficient and cost-effective flow of equipment, parts, and materials throughout the supply chain, from suppliers through the distribution center to customers and internal branches. The position focuses heavily on optimizing brokered truckload shipments while meeting service-level and regulatory requirements. Day-to-day work combines data analysis, carrier relationship management, and coordination of current and future transportation operations.

The position involves coordinating inbound and outbound freight, negotiating with brokers and carriers, tracking performance, addressing shipment issues, and collaborating with warehousing and procurement teams. The planner also analyzes distribution activity and freight-market trends to identify cost savings and improve logistics efficiency and compliance.

The role is based at the corporate headquarters and includes travel of 5–10%. Regular and predictable attendance is required, and some work outside regular hours may be needed for business meetings or company events. The position requires prolonged computer work and regular movement around the facility, including physical activities such as lifting, bending, standing, climbing, and walking.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in distribution, operations, manufacturing, and/or supply chain.
• Proven record of successful project completion.
• Strong critical-thinking, analytical, intuitive, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to complete tasks independently.
• Ability to solve operational problems using different tools and methods.
• Strong business acumen, teamwork, and ability to motivate and drive results.
• Ability to identify problems, issues, and opportunities and determine an appropriate course of action using facts and sound judgment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, listening, and presentation skills.
• Experience working with internal and external customers.
• Experience implementing, managing, and completing complex, multifunctional projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and strong Excel skills.
• Ability to research issues on the warehouse floor and analyze data in an office setting.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to work some off-hours for business meetings or company events.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods in front of a computer and move around the facility regularly.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted, bend, stand, climb, and walk.
• Visual and hearing acuity.
• Ability to travel 5–10%.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field such as Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or Operations Management.
• Logistics operations or analysis experience focused on truckload freight or brokered transportation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and optimize brokered truckload shipments for inbound and outbound freight, including routing and carrier selection.
• Negotiate with and manage freight brokers and carriers to secure competitive rates and reliable service.
• Identify opportunities to consolidate shipments and improve truckload utilization to reduce transportation costs.
• Monitor freight to ensure delivery within customer service requirements.
• Track truckload efficiency, cost, and service KPIs; provide regular reports and actionable insights.
• Collaborate with warehousing, procurement, and other cross-functional teams to improve logistics operations and integrate truckload strategies.
• Research and analyze truckload freight market trends to inform carrier selection and rate negotiations.
• Resolve brokered truckload shipment issues, including delays, damages, and discrepancies.
• Analyze distribution activities and recommend process improvements that enhance logistics efficiency and compliance.
• Navigate multiple systems and platforms while multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Gym membership stipend and wellness programs, with opportunities to earn PTO and prizes.
• Company events and quarterly team activities.
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year.
• Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed