Transportation Planning Supervisor - Projects & Campaigns

Univar Solutions•The Woodlands, TX

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Transportation Planning Supervisor - Projects & Campaigns position is responsible for supporting and executing transportation related campaign initiatives nationally, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and operational requirements. They will partner with project leadership to coordinate and execute logistics planning activities that enable safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation load optimization and distribution across the supply chain. This person leads and supports key components of the transportation order conversion process, including freight tendering, mode selection, load optimization, and dispatch planning, with a focus on delivering successful project outcomes. They identify and drive process improvements and SAP TM enhancements that increase the effectiveness, accuracy, and efficiency of transportation planning and campaign execution in addition to supporting the documentation and rollout of best practices tied to project initiatives. This person may provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to District Transportation Planners in support of project execution and regional objectives. There is potential for direct people management responsibilities based on organizational needs.

Requirements

College degree or equivalent business experience
3-5 years of Transportation, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or Operations experience within Univar Solutions or equivalent business experience
Will need to complete and become proficient in TMS training and system
Knowledge of Purchasing or Logistics processes and functions
Outstanding organizational skills
Strong technical skills
In depth SAPTM system knowledge
Strong communication skills
Demonstrated team performer
High level of decision-making ability

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning transportation movements in the district branches, including but not limited to shuttles, IBTs, outbound orders, bulk/mini-bulk, inbound fleet movements, etc.
Effectively communicates with internal stakeholders (Commercial teams, Planners, CSR’s, etc.) in a timely manner with a professional demeanor to support a common goal of servicing customers.
Addresses and recommends alternatives for all inbound and 3rd party logistic expediting requirements for Purchasing and Sales.
Directs movement of inbound, outbound, third-party, and STO products to meet customer requirements.
Assists with scheduling inbound and outbound package, bulk, and specialized equipment carriers, including communication and arranging pickup dates.
Orders and approves SPOT (Short Order Leadtime) transportation capacity.
Works with local branches daily for capacity planning and special requirements.
Manages schedule and execution for project teams, including coordination with IT, Commercial, Operations, Core Teams, and Carriers.
Works with Procurement to solicit rates from common carriers for special projects and campaigns.
Tracks movement of PF and CC when utilized for special projects/campaigns.
Meets regularly with project core teams and transportation leadership.
Provides light and weekend coverage when required to support projects/campaigns.
Provides project reporting to multi-departmental leadership.
Files and resolves freight claim issues.
Assists with freight settlements: Approves freight exceptions on freight bills and purchase orders. Audits freight bills and approves for payment.
Makes recommendations for transportation equipment and assists in the selection process.
Responds to District Transportation quality and customer service requirements and determines appropriate actions, including in-transit visibility.
Interprets company policy and ensures consistent application.
Provides input to management regarding transportation operations and improvement opportunities.