Planning Analyst

 Position Overview

The Planning Analyst is responsible for working with the customer to align expectations and operational performance. This position is responsible for identifying and executing on opportunities to improve on service and cost for the customer. The person in this role will manage and ensure execution of customer promotions and major events.

Essential Job Duties & 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 the stakeholders 

• Create daily summary reports and circulate to the leadership team 

• Identify, measure and manage key performance indicators 

• Additional duties as assigned

• Perform other related job duties as assigned or required

Required Qualifications

• 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 

• 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 

• May be required to be on call and work as part of a Saturday rotation

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; specialization in Logistics, Transportation or Supply Chain Management is  preferred 

• TMS experience is a plus 

• Experience in a Transportation planning role preferred 

Physical Requirements 

This is largely a sedentary role requiring the physical ability to:

• Sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer

• Use hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and telephone

• Speak and hear clearly in person, virtually, and over the phone

• Occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or lift up to 10 pounds

Work Environment 

This position operates in a professional office environment.  The role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and printers.

The work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise level and is climate controlled.

Location/Remote Eligibility

This is a hybrid role based out of our (Des Plaines, IL) office.  Regular, on-site presence is required (4) days per week or as otherwise directed by the company.

Schedule

Flexible hours may be required to support deadlines or cross-functional collaboration.