Transportation - Analyst, Planning

CJ Logistics Corporation; Des Plaines (IL); Ibrido; USD 58.000 - 63.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

CJ Logistics Corporation in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a Planning Analyst to oversee transportation planning for multiple products. The role emphasizes profitability, budget adherence, and daily collaboration with stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Hybrid role based in Des Plaines, requiring on-site work four days per week and potential Saturday rotation. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Transportation or Supply Chain preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Transportation.
• Knowledge of Transportation regulations and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applications.
• TMS experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team with good time-management.

Mansioni

• Create load plans using routing information to ensure profitability and cost efficiency.
• Communicate with the shipper regarding production issues.
• Check warehouse capacity before tendering loads.
• Plan customer returns for timely processing.
• Conduct daily update calls with stakeholders.
• Create daily summary reports for leadership.

Conoscenze

Transportation planning

Analytical

Teamwork

Excel

Google apps

TMS

Communication

Time management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Logistics/Transportation/Supply Chain

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Descrizione del lavoro

Schedule: M-F, 8:00am - 5:00pm CST

Compensation: $58,000-$63,000 per year (annualized hourly rate)

Incentive eligible: No

Position Overview

The Planning Analyst is responsible for overseeing the Transportation planning process for various customer products. While adhering to customer needs, the Analyst will ensure we stay within budgetary goals. This position requires a strategic thinker and problem solver to support CJ Logistics America's customers on a daily basis and ensure operational excellence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilize routing information to create load plans for designated shipping locations, ensuring profitability and cost efficiency
• Communicate with the shipper for production issues
• Check warehouse capacity before tendering loads
• Plan customer returns for effective and timely processing
• Conduct daily update calls with the stakeholders
• Create daily summary reports and circulate to the leadership team
• Identify, measure and manage key performance indicators
• Additional duties as assigned

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a specialization in Logistics, Transportation or Supply Chain Management is preferred
• 3+ years of previous experience in Transportation
• Knowledge of applicable Transportation regulations and best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suites (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google applications
• TMS experience is a plus
• Experience in a Transportation planning role preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven ability to work within a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in the written, verbal, or scheduled form
• Results-oriented with good planning, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to handle situations, issues, and information with sound judgment, diplomacy, and sensitivity in a fast-paced environment
• May be required to be on call and work as part of a Saturday rotation

Physical Requirements

This is largely a sedentary role requiring the physical ability to:

• Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer
• Use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone
• Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone
• Occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or lift up to 10 pounds

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and printers.

The work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise level and is climate controlled.

Location/Remote Eligibility

This is a hybrid role based out of our Des Plaines, IL office. Regular, on-site presence is required (4) days per week or asotherwise directed by the company.

The role may be performed in a hybrid work setting (combination of on-site and/or remote), depending on businessneeds and location eligibility. When working remote, employees are expected to maintain a dedicated, distraction-free,confidential workspace and reliable internet connection.

Schedule

Work hours may vary by shift assignment and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs.