Transportation Planner

Koch; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

flexible spending and health savings

life insurance

ADD

disability

retirement

paid vacation/time off

educational assistance

infertility assistance

paid parental leave and adoption IC

Job summary

KBX Logistics, a Koch company, is seeking a Transportation Planner to own the planning and execution of freight moving in and out of plants, mills, and distribution centers. You will leverage data, technology, and strong relationships to optimize cost, service, and capacity while adapting to changing customer and market needs.

The role requires collaboration with internal partners, data-driven decision-making, and a proactive approach to improving transportation performance in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft 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 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

Communication

Tools

TMS

Logistics Software

Job description

Your Job

KBX Logistics is looking for a Transportation Planner to join our team. In this role, you will own the planning and execution of freight moving in and out of plants, mills, and distribution centers. You will play a key role in a fast-paced environment by leveraging data, technology, and strong relationships to optimize cost, service, and capacity while adapting to changing customer and market needs.

Our Team

KBX Logistics is a trusted leader in supply chain logistics, leveraging deep expertise, supply chain integration, and advanced technologies to deliver efficient, safe, and reliable freight solutions. Our team fosters principles to empower each individual to manage their portfolio of responsibilities designed to enhance customer experience, increase capacity, and mitigate cost for our customers. We value those that are adaptable, continued learning and strong collaborations with others to take ownership, build relationships, and continuously improve how we serve our customers.

What You Will Do

• 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

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience using Microsoft Office tools 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

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience planning or dispatching freight
• Experience using transportation management systems (TMS) or logistics-related software
• Experience analyzing data to identify trends, improve decisions, or optimize outcomes
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with customers, carriers, or suppliers
• Experience collaborating across teams or functions to solve problems and improve processes
• Experience using new or evolving technology, tools, or systems to improve efficiency or performance

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

KBX Logistics, a Koch company and global leader in transportation, offers world-class, technology-driven capabilities across all modes of managed freight and transportation asset management. KBX is uniquely positioned to meet the challenges shippers face, leveraging decades of firsthand experience and data-driven insights from a large, diverse, and global business network. By building mutually beneficial partnerships and innovative technology, KBX creates a competitive advantage for its customers and meets the growing need for cost effective and reliable supply chain solutions. For more information on KBX, visit www.kbx.com

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• life insurance
• ADD
• disability
• retirement
• paid vacation/time off
• educational assistance
• infertility assistance
• paid parental leave and adoption assistance

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. (For Illinois E-Verify information, aquí, or tu).