Transportation Planner, IV/Lead

Lennox; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 99,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability insurance

Birthing leave (8 weeks)

bonding leave (2 weeks)

Life and LT disability

Job summary

Lennox is seeking a senior transportation planning professional in Richardson, TX. You will lead planning initiatives, optimize TMS configurations, and drive cost reductions while collaborating across functions to improve service, cost, and compliance.

The role requires 8+ years of experience, a relevant degree, and strong knowledge of TMS, SAP, and Excel. Expect a structured, cross-functional environment with opportunities for training and growth.

Qualifications

• This role requires an associate degree or equivalent and at least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading major transportation improvements and strategic projects.
• Knowledge of TMS, SAP, and Excel systems; strong planning skills and mode expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver transportation planner training and onboarding.
• Establish and maintain transportation planning standards and best practices.
• Develop documentation, training materials, and standard work for transportation.
• Lead carrier performance reviews and corrective action plans.
• Drive enterprise transportation cost reduction with sizable annual savings targets.
• Lead TMS configuration, testing, and user adoption initiatives.
• Identify automation opportunities to boost planner productivity.

Skills

Transportation operations

Freight optimization

Transportation planning

Process improvements

Cross-functional collaboration

System enhancements

User adoption

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Operations or related field

Tools

TMS

SAP

Excel

Job description

Who We Are

Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.

What Drives Success

Serves as the lead transportation planning subject matter expert, driving continuous improvement across transportation operations, systems, and processes. Leads TMS optimization initiatives, develops and delivers planner training, and establishes best practices that improve efficiency, service, visibility, and cost performance. Partners across the organization to streamline transportation processes and strengthen transportation planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver transportation planner training, onboarding, and knowledge-sharing programs.
• Establish and maintain transportation planning standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Develop transportation system documentation, training materials, and standard work.
• Host carrier performance reviews with carrier representatives and internal stakeholders, identify performance gaps, and develop corrective action plans to improve service, cost, and compliance.
• Lead enterprise transportation cost reduction initiatives with annual savings targets exceeding $500,000.
• Lead TMS configuration, testing, enhancement, and user adoption activities.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities that improve planner productivity and workflow efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years of transportation or supply chain experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading major transportation improvement initiatives and strategic projects.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of transportation operations, freight optimization, and transportation planning.
• Ability to influence process improvements and best practice adoption across functions.
• Deep understanding of transportation management systems and supply chain technologies.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement capabilities.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to lead system enhancements, process optimization, and cross-functional improvement initiatives.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements, system enhancements, and user adoption initiatives.

Compensation

This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $99,000 - $130,200 annually. Factors that may affect starting salary include geography/market and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company’s applicable plan. Employees in this role are not eligible for overtime.

What We Are Looking For

Requires an associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires at least 8 years relevant experience. Attention to detail. Strong time management and organization skills. Communication skills and ability to work well with other cross functional teams. Quality management skills. Knowledge of TMS, SAP, Excel systems. Planning skills. Understanding various transportation modes: LTL, Truck Load, Intermodal.

What We Offer

Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role:

• tuition reimbursement
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• short-term disability insurance
• 8 weeks paid birthing leave
• 2 weeks paid bonding leave
• life and long-term disability insurance

Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to:

• 12 days paid time off
• 2 paid well-being days
• 1 paid volunteer day
• 12 paid holidays
• 3 floating holidays per year

Our Culture

At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special.

Come, stay, and grow with us!

Disclaimers: The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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