Transportation Planner

Koch Business Solutions, LP; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Job summary

Koch Business Solutions, LP is seeking a Transportation Planner in Wichita, Kansas. This role involves managing the transportation process for various plants and ensuring compliance with DOT regulations, while building strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the logistics industry, data analysis, and superb customer service skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, focusing on the well-being of employees and their families.

Qualifications

• Experience in dispatching or planning in the Transportation/Logistics industry is beneficial.
• Experience collaborating across departments to optimize supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the transportation process for specific plants/mills/distribution centers.
• Build and sustain relationships with internal and external customers.
• Ensure compliance with State and Department of Transportation regulations.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Data analysis for work optimization

Tools

Logistics/supply chain management software

Job description

Our Job

KBX Logistics is looking for a Transportation Planner to join our team. This position will manage the transportation process and own planning the freight in and out of specific plants/mills/distribution centers for our customers.

What You Will Do

• Manage the transportation process for specific plants/mills/distribution centers or for customer accounts requiring specialized equipment
• Ensure carrier resources at locations have the necessary transportation equipment and by proactively detecting gaps that could cause loading problems.
• Build and sustain mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external customers, teammates, and carriers
• Use data to identify market trends that enable successful negotiations of spot quotes and improved costs and service
• Resolve unplanned events with carriers which could include: time delivery days, accessorial charges, etc.,
• Ensure and be a steward of compliance to all State and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
• Proactive utilization of systems, artificial intelligence, and tools to manage cost, service, and capacity driving long term efficiencies in value

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience using Microsoft Office programs for communication and using spreadsheets
• Experience providing customer service and conflict resolution

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience dispatching or planning in the Transportation/Logistics industry
• Experience with logistics or supply chain management software
• Experience collaborating across departments to optimize supply chain processes
• Experience communicating effectively with suppliers, carriers, and internal stakeholders
• Experience analyzing data to drive work optimization and opportunities

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. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include 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. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

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. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).