Transportation Planner

Koch•Green Bay, WI

About The Position

KBX Logistics is looking for a Transportation Planner to join their team. This role involves owning the planning and execution of freight moving in and out of plants, mills, and distribution centers. The position requires leveraging data, technology, and strong relationships to optimize cost, service, and capacity in a fast-paced environment, while adapting to changing customer and market needs. KBX Logistics is a trusted leader in supply chain logistics, known for its deep expertise, supply chain integration, and advanced technologies to deliver efficient, safe, and reliable freight solutions. The team fosters principles that empower individuals to manage their responsibilities, aiming to enhance customer experience, increase capacity, and mitigate costs. They value adaptability, continuous learning, and strong collaboration.

Requirements

Experience using Microsoft Office tools to analyze information and communicate effectively
Experience providing customer service and resolving issues
Experience managing multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and accuracy
Experience communicating with others to coordinate work or resolve challenges

Nice To Haves

Experience planning or dispatching freight
Experience using transportation management systems (TMS) or logistics-related software
Experience analyzing data to identify trends, improve decisions, or optimize outcomes
Experience building and maintaining relationships with customers, carriers, or suppliers
Experience collaborating across teams or functions to solve problems and improve processes
Experience using new or evolving technology, tools, or systems to improve efficiency or performance

Responsibilities

Plan and manage the transportation process for assigned plants, mills, distribution centers, or customer accounts
Proactively identify and resolve capacity and equipment gaps to ensure consistent execution
Build and maintain relationships with carriers, customers, and internal partners to drive reliable service
Use data and market insights to make decisions, negotiate spot quotes, and improve cost and service outcomes
Respond to unplanned events (e.g., service disruptions, accessorials) with attention to detail and urgency
Leverage transportation systems, AI-enabled tools, and technology to drive efficiency and optimize performance
Collaborate across teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support shared outcomes
Adapt to changing priorities, customer needs, and market conditions while maintaining service expectations
Demonstrate ownership of your portfolio while continuously identifying opportunities to improve results