Transportation Planner

trane technologies

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Transportation Planner. This role is designed for individuals who have foundational experience in transportation planning and are looking to advance their skills and knowledge to prepare for further career advancement in logistics. This position will support Transportation Team Leaders by executing projects, completing standard work, conducting transportation planning, and assisting other transportation planners within the team. The Transportation Planner will ensure that transportation decisions, including rates, on-time delivery, and quality, create the "best value" for both Trane Technologies and our customers. Additionally, the role will actively participate in continuous improvement and rapid improvement events.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred; relative experience required in lieu of degree.
• Experience: Minimum of 2+ year experience in Supply Chain or Transportation, with demonstrated proficiency in transportation management systems; experience in Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft applications, with emphasis on Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and other team members, ensuring clear and concise information exchange.
• Team Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, fostering collaboration and mutual support.
• Travel: Minimal travel required.

Nice To Haves

• experience in Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Transportation Planning: Provide comprehensive transportation planning for assigned facilities, ensuring optimal routing, carrier selection, and scheduling to meet business objectives.
• Cross-Functional Support: Serve as a backup for other transportation planners as required, ensuring seamless operations and continuity.
• Innovative Process Improvement: Develop and implement innovative and aggressive approaches to transportation process improvements and price reduction strategies.
• Continuous Improvement Participation: Actively participate in 9 Step Problem Solving and rapid improvement events, owning actions and driving results.
• Strategic Planning: Demonstrate the ability to plan across all plants and distribution centers within your Strategic Business Unit (SBU), ensuring alignment with overall logistics strategy.
• OTM Testing: Conduct Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) system testing to ensure functionality and efficiency.
• Project Management: Assist with resource allocation, project plan development, and driving project execution to achieve optimal results.
• Global Business Acumen: Demonstrate regional knowledge of carriers, industry trends, emerging markets, and technology to inform strategic decisions.
• Problem Solving: Identify potential problems, conduct root cause analysis, and lead corrective action plan implementation to resolve issues effectively.
• Relationship Management: Work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders within North America Logistics, share transportation research with the entire enterprise, and manage the "one Trane Technologies voice" to the carrier base.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties as directed by Transportation Team Leaders.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.
• We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees