Logistics Planner - Freight & Inventory Optimization

Koch Business Solutions, LP

Wichita (KS)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 72,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision coverage

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Koch Fertilizer is seeking a Logistics Planner to support our North American business from Wichita, KS. This role coordinates transportation, inventories, and freight, while delivering cost-effective, reliable product movement and top-tier customer service.

The role reports to a Koch Fertilizer Planning Manager and may travel up to 25%. After-hours support is expected during peak seasons to ensure operational continuity.

Qualifications

2+ years of professional work experience or 1+ year in logistics.
Experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel for reporting and data analysis.
Willing to travel up to 25%.
Willing and able to provide after-hours support during busy seasonal times.

Responsibilities

Coordinate customer shipments from Koch and third-party facilities via truck, rail, and barge.
Monitor inventory positions and proactively identify risks and optimization opportunities.
Manage freight execution, equipment utilization, and carrier performance.
Build strong relationships as primary contact with customers, carriers, terminals, and internal partners.
Support business strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Logistics experience

Data analysis

Travel readiness

After-hours flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The role reports to a Koch Fertilizer Planning Manager and may travel up to 25%. After-hours support is expected during peak seasons to ensure operational continuity.

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