Transportation Planner

CONA Services•Lenexa, KS

12d•$67,618 - $79,550•Hybrid

About The Position

The Transportation Planner is responsible for coordinating and optimizing the movement of goods and materials within a supply chain network. Their primary role involves planning, organizing, and managing transportation activities to ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery of products.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum of three years of transportation procurement & planning experience required.
Previous areas of experience include Business, Logistics, and/or Planning in an ever-changing, demanding environment.
Prior experience working with Planning systems and Procurement software.
Strong understanding of Supply Chain activities and the related dependencies to other functions.
Working knowledge of Inventory and Capacity management methodologies.
Strong communication skills, including both written and verbal as well as strong presentation skills.
Exceptional process improvement skills (Six Sigma & LEAN) with the proven ability to implement process changes, improving efficiency and cost savings across functions.
Capable of driving change, cross-functionally, utilizing project management approaches and concepts.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinating the pickup, delivery, and tracking of shipments, ensuring on-time and accurate transportation of goods.
Collaborates weekly/monthly with AP/Carriers to ensure carriers are being paid in a timely manner.
Communicating with carriers, suppliers, and customers to facilitate smooth operations.
Tracking and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, carrier performance, transportation costs, and customer satisfaction to evaluate transportation performance and identify areas for improvement.
Identifying opportunities to streamline transportation processes, optimize routes, improve carrier relationships, and enhance overall transportation efficiency.
Utilizing transportation management systems (TMS) or other relevant software tools to manage transportation operations, track shipments, generate reports, optimize routing, load planning, and ensures the integrity of the planning system.
Identifying potential transportation risks, such as delays, disruptions, or damages, and implementing contingency plans or risk mitigation strategies to minimize their impact.
Analyzing freight costs, consolidating shipments, and implementing cost-saving measures such as backhauling or optimizing truck loads to minimize transportation expenses.
Identifying and selecting transportation carriers based on their capabilities, pricing, and service levels.
Negotiating contracts and rates to ensure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
Collaborating with internal stakeholders such as procurement, warehouse, and customer service teams to align transportation plans with overall supply chain goals and customer requirements.
Participating in S&OP meetings to provide transportation insights, assess risks, and contribute to decision-making processes.