Strategic Transportation & Logistics Planner

Voltage Energy; Timberlake (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltage Energy in Timberlake, NC, is seeking a detail-oriented Transportation Logistics Specialist to coordinate and optimize domestic and international shipments. You will work cross-functionally with procurement, warehousing, and finance to monitor performance, manage carriers, and ensure compliance.

The role requires 3–6+ years of experience, strong analytics, and proficiency with TMS/ERP systems. This full-time, on-site position offers opportunities to drive cost savings and supply chain

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred.
• 3-6+ years of experience in transportation logistics, freight coordination, or supply chain operations.
• Experience with domestic and/or international transportation providers.
• Strong understanding of transportation modes, freight terms, and logistics operations.
• Experience with TMS and ERP systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments across multiple transportation modes.
• Schedule shipments and select carriers based on service requirements, cost, and performance.
• Monitor shipment status, proactively identify delays, and implement corrective actions to ensure on-time delivery.
• Communicate daily with carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs.
• Track carrier performance, freight costs, and service levels to support continuous improvement.
• Support carrier onboarding, rate management, and contract compliance.
• Prepare, review, and maintain transportation documentation.
• Ensure compliance with domestic and international shipping regulations and company policies.
• Support audits, claims management, and freight discrepancy resolution.
• Track key metrics such as transit times, freight spend, and delivery performance.
• Maintain accurate data within TMS, ERP systems, and internal databases.
• Generate reports and provide insights to support logistics planning and cost optimization.
• Partner with Procurement, Warehouse, Manufacturing, Customer Service, and Finance teams to align transportation plans.
• Support customer inquiries regarding shipment status and delivery timelines.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance transportation efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce transportation costs.
• Support logistics projects, system enhancements, and process documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field

Tools

TMS

ERP systems

Job description

Voltage Energy in Timberlake, NC, is seeking a detail-oriented Transportation Logistics Specialist to coordinate and optimize domestic and international shipments. You will work cross-functionally with procurement, warehousing, and finance to monitor performance, manage carriers, and ensure compliance.

The role requires 3–6+ years of experience, strong analytics, and proficiency with TMS/ERP systems. This full-time, on-site position offers opportunities to drive cost savings and supply chain