Logistics Planning Analyst - Hybrid Role

CJ Logistics; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

PTO

Open-door work environment

Job summary

CJ Logistics America is seeking a Planning Analyst in Des Plaines, IL to work with customers, align expectations and improve service and cost. You will manage promotions and events, create load plans, and communicate with shippers.

This role requires 3+ years in Transportation, strong analytics, MS Office and Google apps, and the ability to work in a hybrid, on-site environment with a Saturday rotation. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package in a growth-oriented company

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Transportation.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to work well in a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret various written, verbal, or scheduled instructions.
• Results-oriented with strong planning, organization, and time-management.
• Ability to handle fast-paced environments with sound judgment and diplomacy.
• On-call availability and rotating Saturday work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize routing information to create load plans for designated shipping locations, ensuring profitability and cost efficiency.
• Communicate with the shipper for production issues.
• Check warehouse capacity before tendering loads.
• Plan customer returns for effective and timely processing.
• Conduct daily update calls with the stakeholders.
• Create daily summary reports and circulate to the leadership team.
• Identify, measure and manage key performance indicators.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Transportation experience

Microsoft Excel

Google applications

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time-management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or Supply Chain

Tools

TMS experience

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

CJ Logistics America is seeking a Planning Analyst in Des Plaines, IL to work with customers, align expectations and improve service and cost. You will manage promotions and events, create load plans, and communicate with shippers.

This role requires 3+ years in Transportation, strong analytics, MS Office and Google apps, and the ability to work in a hybrid, on-site environment with a Saturday rotation. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package in a growth-oriented company