Logistics Planner

Position Overview We are seeking a Logistics Planner – Domestic to coordinate and execute domestic transportation activities for an established manufacturing and distribution operation. This individual will play an important role in ensuring the timely, efficient, and cost-effective movement of materials and finished goods throughout the supply chain. The Logistics Planner will work closely with carriers, brokers, warehouses, suppliers, customers, and internal departments to coordinate shipments, monitor delivery performance, resolve transportation issues, and maintain shipment visibility. This is an individual contributor position with an emphasis on transportation planning, carrier coordination, and logistics execution. Key Responsibilities Domestic Transportation Planning & Execution Plan, schedule, and coordinate domestic shipments to meet customer demand and operational requirements. Coordinate transportation activities with contracted carriers, brokers, and third-party logistics providers. Monitor shipment status and maintain visibility throughout the transportation process. Coordinate timely pickups and deliveries while balancing service requirements and transportation costs. Troubleshoot shipment delays, accessorial concerns, delivery exceptions, and other transportation issues. Monitor transportation capacity and communicate potential service disruptions. Carrier Relations & Performance Develop and maintain professional relationships with domestic carriers, brokers, and transportation providers. Monitor carrier performance and assist with service reviews, scorecards, and KPI reporting. Support carrier evaluations, annual reviews, and transportation improvement initiatives. Coordinate communication and escalation of transportation-related issues. Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination Coordinate shipments between manufacturing facilities, warehouses, suppliers, customers, and third-party logistics providers. Work cross-functionally with Customer Service, Sales, Operations, Supply Chain Planning, and Warehousing. Communicate shipment updates and potential transportation impacts to internal stakeholders. Assist with resolving shipment discrepancies, damages, shortages, and delivery exceptions. Maintain accurate transportation documentation and records. Systems & Process Improvement Utilize transportation management systems (TMS), ERP, WMS, customer portals, and reporting tools. Analyze transportation data to identify trends, service opportunities, and process improvements. Support transportation KPI reporting and ongoing logistics initiatives. Assist with transportation documentation, audits, and compliance requirements. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered. Approximately 3–5 years of experience in transportation planning, logistics, supply chain operations, freight brokerage, or distribution. Experience coordinating domestic truckload (TL), less-than-truckload (LTL), parcel, and intermodal shipments preferred. Working knowledge of domestic transportation operations, freight routing, carrier coordination, shipment tracking, and scheduling. Experience with TMS, ERP, and WMS platforms required. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and transportation reporting tools. Experience with KPI reporting and transportation performance metrics is a plus. Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and work effectively across departments. Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a transportation or logistics professional looking to contribute to an established operation, take ownership of domestic shipment coordination, and support continuous improvement across a growing supply chain.

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