Transportation Planner Job at Koch Industries, Wichita, KS

  • Koch Industries
  • Wichita, KS

Job Description

Transportation Planner

KBX Logistics is looking for a Transportation Planner to join our team. In this role, you will own the planning and execution of freight moving in and out of plants, mills, and distribution centers. You will play a key role in a fast-paced environment by leveraging data, technology, and strong relationships to optimize cost, service, and capacity while adapting to changing customer and market needs.

KBX Logistics is a trusted leader in supply chain logistics, leveraging deep expertise, supply chain integration, and advanced technologies to deliver efficient, safe, and reliable freight solutions. Our team fosters principles to empower each individual to manage their portfolio of responsibilities designed to enhance customer experience, increase capacity, and mitigate cost for our customers. We value those that are adaptable, continued learning and strong collaborations with others to take ownership, build relationships, and continuously improve how we serve our customers.

Plan and manage the transportation process for assigned plants, mills, distribution centers, or customer accounts

Proactively identify and resolve capacity and equipment gaps to ensure consistent execution

Build and maintain relationships with carriers, customers, and internal partners to drive reliable service

Use data and market insights to make decisions, negotiate spot quotes, and improve cost and service outcomes

Respond to unplanned events (e.g., service disruptions, accessorials) with attention to detail and urgency

Leverage transportation systems, AI-enabled tools, and technology to drive efficiency and optimize performance

Collaborate across teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support shared outcomes

Adapt to changing priorities, customer needs, and market conditions while maintaining service expectations

Demonstrate ownership of your portfolio while continuously identifying opportunities to improve results

Experience using Microsoft Office tools to analyze information and communicate effectively

Experience providing customer service and resolving issues

Experience managing multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and accuracy

Experience communicating with others to coordinate work or resolve challenges

Experience planning or dispatching freight

Experience using transportation management systems (TMS) or logistics-related software

Experience analyzing data to identify trends, improve decisions, or optimize outcomes

Experience building and maintaining relationships with customers, carriers, or suppliers

Experience collaborating across teams or functions to solve problems and improve processes

Experience using new or evolving technology, tools, or systems to improve efficiency or performance

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