Logistics Planner

Location: Westchester
Shift pattern: Monday to FridayReports to: Manager Logistics Operations
Direct reports: N/A
Workplace type: Hybrid Logistic Planner As a Logistics Planner (Truck) you will manage the daily planning and execution of transportation to our customers. This role will work directly with the Manager of Logistics to measure carrier performance, improve transportation services, and eliminate waste. This position will have frequent interaction with Ingredion plant locations and Customer Service. This role will also participate in projects that will continuously improve Ingredion's service offerings. If you enjoy the following responsibilities, the Logistics Planner role may be right for you.Your role will be: Plan and tender loads to the carrier baseEnsure that all loads are covered in a timely mannerEnsure that the carrier is following Ingredion protocol: Timely appointing, appropriate drop trailer pools, timely pick-up and delivery.Work directly with carrier base to improve tender acceptance rate, on-time pick-up and on-time delivery.Work with the transportation procurement team to create optimal cost and service offerings. • Become an expert in E2 Open TMS & utilize to optimize the transportation process.Participate in special projects to drive continuous improvement.Drive execution by communicating with various internal departments.Develop and manage key carrier metrics. • Dynamically plan loads while engaging with multiple stakeholders.Proactively resolve urgent customer situations related to product delivery.Assess service issues. Provide root cause analysis to resolve chronic problems (either internal or external).Act as the decision maker for transportation issues during on-call after-hours rotation. • Work with carriers to ensure the accuracy of freight bills.Anticipate and proactively communicate delivery issues to customer service. • Ability to find creative solutions to service issues.Partner closely with 3rd party carriers to drive out waste and achieve appropriate service levels. • Work collaboratively with peers and others in a team environment.Possess the ability to act equally well in the role of team leader, team member, or facilitator.Ability to interact calmly and professionally in a high-pressure environment. The key requirements for the Logistics Planner role:Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Business, Supply Chain/Logistics, or related field, with previous related internship or work experience a plus.Knowledge of truck transportation or plant logistics a plus. • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Demonstrated ability to dynamically plan with multiple stakeholders.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to function well as a team member or independently.Ability to learn a Transportation Management System (TMS).Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and SAP is a plus. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.Relocation Available: NoPay Range: $56,100.00-$74,833.33 AnnualThis pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).Incentive Compensation: As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.Benefits: Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.