Senior Transportation Planner – TMS/SAP Logistics Lead

Stepan Company; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Stepan Company in Joliet, IL, seeks a Sr Transportation Planner to join our Transportation team. The role manages carrier selection, uses SAP and TMS to optimize shipments, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to meet customer needs.

The position requires 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a tolerance for rotating after-hours coverage. A High School Diploma is required, with a Bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ relevant experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• TMS/SAP experience preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage carrier selection using Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Follow carrier guides and meet customer and site requirements.
• Plan load tendering processes with timely follow up.
• Collaborate with sites to optimize interplant shipments and trucking.
• Address shipment events with stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Participate in after-hours transportation per rotating schedule.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

TMS

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stepan Company in Joliet, IL, seeks a Sr Transportation Planner to join our Transportation team. The role manages carrier selection, uses SAP and TMS to optimize shipments, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to meet customer needs.

The position requires 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a tolerance for rotating after-hours coverage. A High School Diploma is required, with a Bachelor's degree preferred.