Team SummaryThe Transportation Planning and Optimization team is responsible for advancing GAF and Standard Logistics Freight networks to promote the highest levels of service in conjunction with the best cost and revenue returns. These objectives are achieved through multiple channels, including fleet planning on internal and external freight, Standard Logistics Solutions Utilization, and third-party carrier management.
Job SummaryThe Senior Transportation Planner's responsibilities include working with and supporting Standard Logistics Operations Management and the external customer teams in developing and evolving a sustainable fleet planning strategy to increase revenue and support existing and forward-looking customer needs. They will be responsible for communicating the current and projected demand landscape for their region to the broader team. They will need to have an expansive understanding of the external customer network needs and proactively call out risks. The Senior Transportation Planner will also take the lead on internal rate evaluations to ensure that the appropriate fronthauls are selected in the most efficient manner possible and work collaboratively to improve the timelines for selecting external opportunities.
Essential Duties- With assistance from Transportation Planning and Optimization Management, develop a lane prioritization matrix that aligns with the broader external customer strategy that accounts for the ebbs and flows of internal and external freight opportunities.
- Work with Load Optimization Planners to ensure third-party customer needs are captured and influential
- Work with Transportation Planners to ensure GAF needs are being served
- Work with GAF Demand and Supply Planning to improve lane forecasts
- Optimize System Setups and Flows to drive consistent best-case load tendering
- Complete other duties as assigned
Qualifications Required- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required
- 5+ years of Transportation or Logistics experience Required
Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- TMS, FMS, and/or ERP Experience across multiple platforms
Qualifications Preferred- A Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain and Logistics, Business, Finance, Accounting or Engineering.
- 7+ years of Transportation/Logistics Experience
- Proven work history that demonstrates an ability to develop, adapt, and execute strategies in conjunction with multiple organizational layers and departments
Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.
Base Salary Range: $81,000-$103,500
How We Protect What Matters Most:1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee's primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions.
