Job Title :
Transportation Planner
Location :
Remote in Illinois
Duration :
12 Months
Specific Skills :
Transportation, TMS, TMS e2open , Retail Link, Shipments, Supply Chain
Job Description:
This position requires daily interaction with Supply Chain Managers, Customer Service, Planning, Logistics, and Transportation Companies on a regular basis to proactively assess and manage transportation related activity.
This position requires excellent prioritization and organization skills, the ability to multi-task, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast paced customer focused environment.
Primary Accountabilities:
Serve as transportation lead for specific shipping points to meet business needs
Tender, track and report shipments utilizing TMS
Monitor carrier performance; manage transportation related issues with customers
Process and track shipments for expedites, out of territory, trans-ships, and returns
Obtain rates from carriers for new lanes and setup lane for load tendering
Qualifications & Role Details:
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain oriented disciplines