Logistics Planner

“JIFFY” Foodservice; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea Milling Company is seeking a Logistics Planner to coordinate the distribution of outbound finished goods to customers. You will oversee transportation modes, warehouses, and carrier selection to ensure timely deliveries and cost efficiency.

The role emphasizes accuracy, strong attention to detail, and adherence to established processes. It is an on-site position at the Chelsea, Michigan plant with a consistent daytime schedule, contributing to the company’s goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required; degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in supply chain or related role preferred.
• Strong understanding of transportation, supply chain, and logistics principles.
• Advanced computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Ability to learn and effectively use inventory and transportation management systems and related applications.
• Strong time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow established processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate distribution of outbound finished goods shipping to customers.
• Use the TMS (E2Open), outside contract carriers, LTL carriers, and 3rd party warehouses.
• Ensure cost-effective rates and dependable carriers for timely and accurate delivery.
• This on-premises role supports work-life balance and standard schedule.

Skills

Transportation concepts

Supply chain knowledge

Logistics principles

Microsoft Office

TMS familiarity

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Business/Logistics/Transportation degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

TMS (E2Open)

Job description

The Logistics Planner serves as the main coordinator for distribution of all outbound finished goods shipping to our customers utilizing our TMS (E2open), outside contract carriers, LTL carriers, and 3rd party warehouses. The Logistics Planner plays a critical role in the coordination of various modes of transportation and warehouse activities to ensure the use of cost-effective rates and dependable carriers for timely and accurate delivery of the Company’s finished goods. The person in this position understands the necessity for accuracy, attention to detail and the importance the function has in the ability of the Company to achieve its goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma is required. Degree in Business, Logistics, Transportation or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in supply chain or related role preferred.
• Strong understanding of transportation, supply chain, and logistics principles.
• Advanced computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Ability to learn and effectively use inventory and transportation management systems and related applications.
• Strong time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow established processes and procedures.

This position is on premises; however, Chelsea Milling Company offers a reasonable work schedule that supports work/life balance.

All postings are for positions at the Chelsea, Michigan based “JIFFY” Mix plant, unless noted otherwise.

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