Transportation Planning Supervisor

Univar Solutions; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Univar Solutions in Norcross, GA is seeking a Transportation Planning Supervisor to lead regional inbound/outbound logistics planning and optimize freight orders across the supply chain.

You will supervise District Transportation Planners, drive load optimization, dispatch planning, and coordinate with purchasing and sales to meet customer requirements. A high school diploma is required; a college degree is preferred, and SAPTM knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years transportation experience with Univar Solutions or equivalent business experience.
• High School Diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Purchasing or Logistics processes and functions.
• Outstanding organizational skills; strong technical abilities.
• In-depth SAPTM system knowledge; strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated team performer with high decision-making ability.
• Maintain customer data in TMS.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the planning of transportation movements in the district branches including shuttles and outbound orders.
• Monitors and directs coverage of all open Freight Orders to ensure optimization and capacity.
• Manages and optimizes District Transportation Planner workflow regionally.
• Executes the role of DTP in coverage situations.
• Addresses alternatives for inbound and third-party expediting requirements for Purchasing and Sales.
• Directs movement of inbound, outbound, third party, CIBT & IBT products to meet customer requirements.
• Schedules inbound & outbound carriers; approves SPOT capacity.
• Works with local branches daily for capacity planning and special requirements.

Skills

SAPTM

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Decision-making

Team player

Education

High School Diploma

College degree

Tools

SAPTM

Job description

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Transportation Planning Supervisor

Manages the regional inbound and outbound planning of logistics requirements in support of efficient and effective transportation load optimization and distribution within the supply chain. Supervises and manages the activities of 6 or more District Transportation Planners within a region. Responsible for the successful execution of the transportation order conversion process, freight tendering, mode selection, load optimization, and dispatch planning for multiple District Transportation Planners. Identifies and develops recommendations for process improvements, SAPTM enhancements that increase the effectiveness of the freight order conversion process, and training of best practices for assigned District Transportation Planners.

What You’ll Do

• Supervises the planning of transportation movements in the district branches including shuttles, IBTs, outbound orders, bulk/mini-bulk, inbound fleet movements, etc.
• Monitors and directs the coverage of all open Freight Orders to ensure optimization is conducted and capacity is covered daily.
• Manages and optimizes DTP workflow within the region to ensure all districts are adequately staffed and covered for transportation planning activities.
• Executes the role of DTP in coverage situations.
• Addresses and recommends alternatives for all inbound and 3rd party logistic expediting requirements for Purchasing and Sales.
• Directs the movement of inbound, outbound, third party, CIBT & IBT products to meet customer requirements.
• Schedules inbound & outbound package and bulk carriers.
• Orders and approves SPOT (Short Order Leadtime) transportation capacity.
• Works with local branches daily for capacity planning and special requirements.

Freight Lane Audit and Compliance

• Approves freight exceptions on freight bills and purchase orders.

Quality & Improvement

• Makes recommendations for transportation equipment and assists in selection process.
• Assists in responding to all District Transportation quality and customer service requirements and determines appropriate actions to include in-transit visibility.
• Interprets company policy and ensures consistent application.
• Provides input to management regarding transportation operating efficiency leveraging the TMS, in coordination with district and branch management, to improve cost or service.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Supervises District Transportation Planners.

What You’ll Need

• 3 to 5 years transportation experience with Univar Solutions or equivalent business experience.
• High School Diploma required.
• College degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Purchasing or Logistics processes and functions.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Strong technical skills.
• In-depth SAPTM system knowledge.
• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated team performer.
• High level of decision-making ability.
• Maintain customer specific data in TMS.

Where You’ll Work

2145 Skyland Ct, Norcross, GA 30071

Pay and Benefits

• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.
• Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs.

What You Can Expect

• Strong work/life flexibility.
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company.
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted company bonus and annual salary reviews.
• Competitive pay and benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].