Transportation Planning Specialist

1 month ago


Des Plaines, Illinois, United States CJ Logistics America Full time
Job Summary:

The Planning Analyst is a key member of the CJ Logistics America team, responsible for overseeing the Transportation planning process for various customer products. This role requires a strategic thinker and problem solver to support CJ Logistics America customers on a daily basis and ensure operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize routing information to create load plans for designated shipping locations, ensuring profitability and cost efficiency
• Communicate with the shipper for production issues
• Check warehouse capacity before tendering loads
• Plan customer returns for effective and timely processing
• Conduct daily update calls with stakeholders
• Create daily summary reports and circulate to the leadership team
• Identify, measure, and manage key performance indicators

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree; specialization in Logistics, Transportation, or Supply Chain Management is preferred
• 3+ years of previous experience in Transportation
• Knowledge of applicable Transportation regulations and best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suites (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google applications
• TMS experience is a plus
• Experience in a Transportation planning role preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven ability to work within a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in the written, verbal, or scheduled form
• Results-oriented with good planning, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to handle situations, issues, and information with sound judgment, diplomacy, and sensitivity in a fast-paced environment

Benefits and More:

CJ Logistics America offers a competitive compensation package, including full health insurance, 401(k), life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO, and more. The company is committed to a high-performance culture with a focus on growth and continuous improvement, providing opportunities for advancement and professional development.

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