Transportation Planner

Join Our Team as a Transportation Planner at DiversiTechJob Title: Transportation PlannerLocation: Multiple LocationsDepartment: TransportationReports To: Regional Shipping and Receiving Manager or Shipping SupervisorAre you a logistics professional with expertise in transportation coordination, shipment planning, and freight cost optimization? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring structured execution across transportation processes, carrier negotiations, and compliance tracking? If so, DiversiTech wants you on our teamWho We AreFounded in 1971, DiversiTech Corporation is North America's largest manufacturer of equipment pads and a premier supplier of components for the HVAC/R industry. Based in the Atlanta, GA metropolitan area, we are dedicated to simplifying work for our wholesale partners through innovation, partnerships, and acquisitions. With over 1 million square feet of manufacturing and distribution space across North America and Europe, we are growing rapidly-making now the perfect time to join usAbout the RoleAs Transportation Planner, you will oversee transportation service coordination, freight contract maintenance, and shipment analysis, ensuring structured execution across logistics operations and compliance tracking. You will examine daily orders, plan freight movement, assist in maintaining contracts, and ensure DOT compliance, refining workflow execution and structured transportation tracking methodologies. Additionally, you will prepare performance reports, support customer service teams, and manage ERP system proficiency, ensuring long-term operational sustainability and structured execution tracking.What You'll Do• Carry out transportation processes for truckload, LTL, and parcel shipping, ensuring structured engagement execution accuracy.• Examine daily orders, routes, and freight expenses, strategizing efficient transportation methods and service levels.• Organize orders based on shipment details, securing carrier capacity and negotiating spot rates, refining structured logistics tracking methodologies.• Act as a bridge between Logistics and Customer Service teams, ensuring optimal shipment execution and customer satisfaction.• Assist in maintaining freight contracts, tariffs, rates, and charges, refining structured compliance execution tracking methodologies.• Maintain DOT files, ensuring federal and state record-keeping compliance.• Offer coverage for the department when team members are absent, optimizing structured workflow execution adaptability.• Prepare regular and special metric performance reports for management, refining structured data tracking methodologies.• Develop proficiency in JD Edwards Freight Routes/Rates ERP software, ensuring structured operational accuracy execution.• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to structured logistics optimization and transportation execution success.What We're Looking ForRequired:• High School Diploma/GED• 3-5 years of experience in a transportation planning function utilizing a TMS system, refining structured logistics execution methodologies• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, optimizing structured reporting execution accuracy• Experience in preparing data analysis and software-generated reports, refining structured engagement execution methodologies• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to change, ensuring structured operational workflow execution methodologies• Experience in fast-paced, high-volume environments, refining structured logistics tracking execution strategies• Proactive self-starter mindset, with keen attention to detail• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, enabling seamless collaboration across employees and leadershipPreferred:• Bachelor's degree in related field, refining structured transportation execution methodologies• Knowledge of JDE, WMS, and ERP software or similar applications, optimizing structured logistics tracking methodologies• Less than 10% of travel is required.What We OfferAt DiversiTech, we believe in supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package, including:• 401(k) & Roth IRA for your financial security• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for you and your family• Disability and Life Insurance for added protection• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Personal Leave to ensure work-life balance• Employee Assistance Programs for additional supportWhy Join DiversiTech?At DiversiTech, we aren't just managing transportation logistics-we are a community of industry leaders, driven by growth, efficiency, and operational excellence. We offer competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and an energetic workplace where your expertise in transportation planning will make a lasting impact.Ready to enhance shipment coordination, refine logistics optimization methodologies, and drive transportation efficiency? Apply today and be part of DiversiTech's commitment to operational success