Logistics Transportation Planner

Woodbury, MN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $25.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work schedule

Employee assistance program

Job Description

The company is located in Arden Hills, MN, and operates within the logistics and supply chain industry, specializing in transportation planning and freight management services. This establishment is committed to delivering efficient, reliable, and professional transportation solutions across multiple business divisions. Renowned for its customer-focused approach and strong emphasis on operational excellence, the organization implements advanced logistics strategies to meet the dynamic needs of its clientele and internal stakeholders.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented Transportation Planner to join our team. This full-time role operates on a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The ho... Show More

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
Minimum 1 year of professional experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain roles
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrated knowledge of transportation coordination and freight execution
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Effective problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
High attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Ability to manage conflicts and maintain relationships
Flexibility and adaptability to changing environments
Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
1+ year of experience in logistics, transportation, or a related supply chain role
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Working knowledge of transportation coordination and freight execution processes
Strong organizational skills
Proven problem-solving skills
High attention to detail with strong follow-through
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable managing conflict while maintaining strong relationships
Adaptable and flexible in a fast-changing environment
Experience working with Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Job Duties

Coordinate daily inbound and outbound shipments for an assigned region across three business units
Partner with carriers and logistics providers to plan and execute dry van, refrigerated, and LTL shipments
Communicate shipment status and issues with Customer Service, Warehousing, Deployment, and Supply Chain teams
Track and monitor shipments to ensure on-time delivery and proactively address delays or disruptions
Troubleshoot and resolve transportation issues quickly and professionally
Manage transportation events to improve carrier utilization and service performance
Support transportation administration activities including freight bill review and payment support, assisting Accounts Payable with issue resolution, and entering and managing transportation claims

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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