Transportation Planner

Old World Industries; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-matching 401(k)

Life insurance

Identity theft insurance

Job summary

Old World Industries in Northbrook, IL is seeking a Transportation Specialist to manage outbound/inbound transportation, build carrier partnerships, and optimize freight costs. The role emphasizes SAP-TM responsibilities and cross-functional coordination with production planning, sales, and customer service.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain and at least 2 years of transportation experience, including carrier sourcing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain or equivalent qualified experience.
• A minimum of 2 years Transportation experience focusing on carrier sourcing or operations
• Industry experience preferred: Automotive, Retail, Carrier, or 3PL.
• Experience in LTL, TL, and Intermodal carriers desired
• Proficient in MS-Office and SAP
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem solve and identify trends
• High degree of integrity
• Knowledge of transportation laws, freight tariffs, and distribution methods
• Self-motivated. Works well under pressure and a sense of urgency
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time and accurate transportation planning for all outbound and inbound package movements
• Develop and sustain carrier relationships
• Provide daily management of transportation operations
• Evaluate and implement continuous improvement on freight service and freight cost
• Develop operational metrics and report on freight costs
• Become the key point of contact for SAP-TM responsibilities
• Coordinate with production planning, sales, customer service and terminals to achieve on-time service results
• Review new carriers and rate competitiveness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain

Job description

Old World Industries, 3100 Sanders Road, Northbrook, Illinois, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Position Purpose:

Continuously monitor transportation activities to successfully achieve desired service level and company goals, while reducing. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.

Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities:

• Ensure on-time and accurate transportation planning for all outbound and inbound package movements
• Develop and sustain carrier relationships
• Provide daily management of transportation operations
• Evaluate and implement continuous improvement on freight service and freight cost
• Develop operational metrics and report on freight costs
• Become the key point of contact for SAP-TM responsibilities
• Coordinate with production planning, sales, customer service and terminals to achieve on-time service results
• Review new carriers and rate competitiveness

Education, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, or Supply Chain or equivalent qualified experience.
• A minimum of 2 years Transportation experience focusing on carrier sourcing or operations
• Industry experience preferred: Automotive, Retail, Carrier, or 3PL.
• Experience in LTL, TL, and Intermodal carriers desired
• Proficient in MS-Office and SAP
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem solve and identify trends
• High degree of integrity
• Knowledge of transportation laws, freight tariffs, and distribution methods
• Self-motivated. Works well under pressure and a sense of urgency
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits
• Company-paid identity theft insurance
• Company-paid disability
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Company-paid employee assistance program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Additional benefits included: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and pet insurance

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World’s brands include a full line of PEAK Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge Heat Transfer Fluid.

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World’s brands include a full line of PEAK Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge Heat Transfer Fluid.

This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Employee-focused medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefit rewards
• Paid time off supporting a healthy work life balance
• Above market company-matching 401(k) plan with company-paid financial planning advisors
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance with optional voluntary life and AD&D benefits
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible spending and employer-funded health savings accounts
• Company-paid employee assistance program
• Additional benefits included: tuition reimbursement, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and pet insurance

Old World Industries, 3100 Sanders Road, Northbrook, Illinois, United States of America