Transportation Planner 2
onsite 4 days a week- Woodridge, IL
Summary
Executes and monitors all logistics activities required for the timely and efficient transportation of goods, across multiple modes or areas of the organization, using 3rd party Common Carriers, an internal Transportation Management System (IT software for tendering loads as well as manual processes of emails and phones), an internal dock scheduling system, and multiple Warehouse Management Systems. Gathers data and makes recommendations for improvement or performs root cause analysis on problems / opportunities that are complex. Analyzes inventory levels and bottling line attainment to support a JIT throttling of components to production lines. Navigates systems to solve issues that create barriers to steady transportation flow.
Essential Functions
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
of loads to carriers using TMS systems, e-mail and phone as required
and standards.
loads.
guidance from leadership and review on regular cadence. Works with carriers to manage and
resolve open issues related to the movement of goods.
internal process improvement
equipment based on carrier strategy.
problems / opportunities that are complex.
cross functional teams internally.
short lead orders, special requests or discrepancies. .
Audits.
driver behavior expectations.
compliance to shipping document protocol.
requirements.
activity assignment and capacity.
inventory management).
behavior and system configuration appropriately.
research / reconciliation and seal input at time of shipment.
regulatory considerations. If accountable for the work of others, responsible for ensuring their
understanding and compliance.
Minimum Qualifications
experience reflecting increasing levels of responsibility; or 6 years of operations, agriculture,
production, manufacturing, or logistics experience reflecting increasing levels of responsibility.
Preferred Qualifications
Agriculture plus 3 years of experience in the transportation industry reflecting increasing levels of
responsibility; or 7 years of experience in the transportation industry reflecting increasing levels of
responsibility.
problem solve.
Compensation
Hiring Hourly Rate : $33.03 - $41.30
Actual compensation amount paid may be lower or higher to be determined by factors other than race and gender such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Perks & Benefits
This position includes a competitive benefits package.
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G3 is enrolled in the Department of Homeland Security's E-Verifying program and will use the program to verify the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees as required. G3 does not sponsor for employment based visas for this position now or in the future.
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Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Equal Opportunity Employer
EEO / AA Vet / Disability
Transportation Planner • Woodridge, IL, United States