Strategic Logistics Planner

Joinimagine; Lockbourne (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Logistics Planner to coordinate inbound/outbound freight and shuttle services, ensuring timely deliveries and cost-effective solutions. The role emphasizes collaboration with carriers, clients, and internal teams to meet delivery requirements and optimize performance.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 0–3 years in logistics, with a focus on plan optimization, cost/service trade-offs, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 0–3 years of logistics industry experience.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and validate daily load plan through EFMS, Topex, or TMS system or Red PrairieRoute, expedite requests and ensure carrier selections.
• Ensure carrier receipt of daily load tenders via 204, fax, or TMS equipment.
• Coordinate appointment acquisition to ensure adherence to delivery requirements.
• Communicate with internal and external customers to ensure consistency in direction and expectations.
• Coordinate carrier pickup times and provide daily shipment plan to distribution center.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to improve financial performance and service levels.
• Identify compliance issues and propose remedies.
• Oversee yard and shuttle service.

Skills

Coordinate transportation

Vendor coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

EFMS

Topex

TMS

Red PrairieRoute

Job description

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Logistics Planner to coordinate inbound/outbound freight and shuttle services, ensuring timely deliveries and cost-effective solutions. The role emphasizes collaboration with carriers, clients, and internal teams to meet delivery requirements and optimize performance.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 0–3 years in logistics, with a focus on plan optimization, cost/service trade-offs, and process improvement.