Strategic Logistics Planner (Hybrid)

Odyssey Logistics; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Vendor Discounts

Job summary

Odyssey Logistics in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Logistics Planner to serve as the front line for customer load planning. You will coordinate orders to ship with the appropriate carrier base and seek the lowest total delivered cost, driving a continuous-move mentality across routings to maximize value for customers and carriers.

The role uses a team-based approach to maximize productivity and profitability, leveraging Logistics Support Specialists for administrative tasks, scheduling, follow-ups,

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 3 years transportation experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and professional telephone demeanor.
• Proficient in Hours of Service (HOS) guidelines for efficient load planning.

Responsibilities

• Process orders in the TMS and manage carrier coverage.
• Identify cost-effective lanes using North American carrier base.
• Prioritize spot requests for overflow coverage and after-hours needs.
• Negotiate rates while maintaining margins and strong carrier relationships.

Skills

Communication skills

Hours of Service knowledge

Teamwork

Carrier base knowledge

Bulk truck operations

Professional telephone demeanor

Knowledge of products & equipment

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Odyssey Logistics in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Logistics Planner to serve as the front line for customer load planning. You will coordinate orders to ship with the appropriate carrier base and seek the lowest total delivered cost, driving a continuous-move mentality across routings to maximize value for customers and carriers.

The role uses a team-based approach to maximize productivity and profitability, leveraging Logistics Support Specialists for administrative tasks, scheduling, follow-ups,