Strategic Transportation Planner

Koch; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Infertility assistance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

KBX Logistics in Green Bay, WI, is seeking a Transportation Planner to own end-to-end freight planning for plants, mills, and distribution centers. You will leverage data, technology, and strong carrier relationships to optimize cost, service, and capacity in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, response to disruptions, and continuous improvement, with access to AI-enabled tools and modern transportation systems.

Qualifications

• Experience using MS Office to analyze information and communicate effectively.
• Experience providing customer service and resolving issues.
• Experience managing multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience communicating with others to coordinate work or resolve challenges.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the transportation process for assigned plants, mills, distribution centers, or customer accounts.
• Proactively identify and resolve capacity and equipment gaps to ensure consistent execution.
• Build and maintain relationships with carriers, customers, and internal partners to drive reliable service.
• Use data and market insights to make decisions, negotiate spot quotes, and improve cost and service outcomes.
• Respond to unplanned events (e.g., service disruptions, accessorials) with attention to detail and urgency.
• Leverage transportation systems, AI-enabled tools, and technology to drive efficiency and optimize performance.
• Collaborate across teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support shared outcomes.
• Adapt to changing priorities, customer needs, and market conditions while maintaining service expectations.
• Demonstrate ownership of your portfolio while continuously identifying opportunities to improve results.

Skills

MS Office

Customer service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

None

Tools

TMS software

Logistics software

Job description

KBX Logistics in Green Bay, WI, is seeking a Transportation Planner to own end-to-end freight planning for plants, mills, and distribution centers. You will leverage data, technology, and strong carrier relationships to optimize cost, service, and capacity in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, response to disruptions, and continuous improvement, with access to AI-enabled tools and modern transportation systems.