Strategic Multimodal Transportation Planner (Hybrid)

Lindt & Sprüngli (North America) Inc.; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindt & Sprüngli (North America) Inc. in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Transportation/Load Planning professional to coordinate day-to-day load planning across intermodal, truckload, and LTL operations.

You will review routing, optimize costs, and collaborate with customer service, plants, and carriers to improve service and efficiency. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, has experience in consumer-packaged goods, and demonstrates strong communication and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or combination of experience and education.
• Experience in consumer-packaged goods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day load planning for multiple transportation modes (intermodal, truckload, LTL).
• Review routing and freight costs to optimize service and cost.
• Communicate with customer service, distribution centers, carriers, and planning teams.
• Ensure on-time pickup and delivery and adherence to LSNA protocols.
• Monitor performance and approve upcharges when needed.
• Take on special projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

TMS

Job description

Lindt & Sprüngli (North America) Inc. in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Transportation/Load Planning professional to coordinate day-to-day load planning across intermodal, truckload, and LTL operations.

You will review routing, optimize costs, and collaborate with customer service, plants, and carriers to improve service and efficiency. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, has experience in consumer-packaged goods, and demonstrates strong communication and Excel skills.