Strategic Transportation Planner - TMS & Cost Optimization

Rise Baking Company; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual bonus eligibility

401k contributions

Incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

Rise Baking Company is seeking a Transportation Planner to align with supply chain logistics strategies and manage shipments using our Transportation Management System (TMS). The role focuses on reducing costs while maintaining high service levels and KPI adherence across assigned regions.

The candidate will collaborate with transportation partners, coordinate shipments, and resolve carrier claims, while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, operations, business or relevant field preferred.
• 3+ years of supply chain logistics and transportation experience using a TMS.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems; seek proactive solutions.
• Self-starter with entrepreneurial spirit; able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Organize, manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to determine requirements and remove barriers.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison with transportation partners, promoting healthy and effective supplier relationships.
• Plan, execute, coordinate, and track all shipments for assigned regions in the company’s TMS focusing on low cost and high service.
• Research freight deliveries and report exceptions using accurate reason codes.
• Address claims related to damaged goods by carriers and represent company interests when resolving claims.
• Ensure all KPIs are met or exceeded; report progress and develop action plans for improvement.
• Lead carrier business reviews to address performance issues; develop action plans for improvement and follow-up.
• Assist in enhancing current processes and procedures with best practice and continuous improvement.
• Ensure carriers comply with all DOT regulations.
• Serve as backup for other Transportation Planners and Coordinators.
• Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

TMS experience

Critical thinking

Entrepreneurial mindset

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, operations, business or relevant field

Job description

Rise Baking Company is seeking a Transportation Planner to align with supply chain logistics strategies and manage shipments using our Transportation Management System (TMS). The role focuses on reducing costs while maintaining high service levels and KPI adherence across assigned regions.

The candidate will collaborate with transportation partners, coordinate shipments, and resolve carrier claims, while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.