Logistics Planner: Optimize Freight & On-Time Deliveries

DHL Supply Chain; Lockbourne (OH); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Logistics Planner in the United States. This role focuses on coordinating inbound and outbound freight, optimizing service and costs, and communicating with internal and external teams to meet customer delivery requirements.

The position involves daily load planning, carrier tendering, yard supervision, and ongoing process improvements to enhance efficiency and service levels. Equal opportunity employer and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, required.
• 0-3 years of logistics industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Build and validate daily load plan through EFMS, Topex, or TMS system or Red PrairieRoute interactive.
• Coordinate carrier pickup times and provide daily shipment plan to distribution center.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities that improve financial performance and service levels.
• Coordinate appointment acquisition to ensure adherence to customer delivery requirements.
• Communicate with internal and external customers to ensure consistent direction and expectations.
• Yard and shuttle service supervision.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Transportation planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

EFMS/Topex/TMS

Red Prairie

Job description

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Logistics Planner in the United States. This role focuses on coordinating inbound and outbound freight, optimizing service and costs, and communicating with internal and external teams to meet customer delivery requirements.

The position involves daily load planning, carrier tendering, yard supervision, and ongoing process improvements to enhance efficiency and service levels. Equal opportunity employer and comprehensive benefits are provided.