Logistics Ops Transportation Planner

Build a Better Career as a Transportation Planner with BlueLinx!At BlueLinx our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to ensuring our team members can build job security enhance their skills and make meaningful contributions. We deliver the building blocks to better us and be part of a company that values its people and strives to make a positive impact in the :The Transportation Planner is responsible for optimizing inbound and outbound shipments across assigned branch locations using our Transportation Management System (OTM). This role ensures timely and accurate delivery selects appropriate carriers and supports freight settlement. The planner evaluates routing strategies to reduce costs maximize backhaul revenue and balance customer needs with transportation efficiency. All planning activities must align with company goals and compliance BlueLinx$65K-$68KComprehensive Benefits:Medical dental vision and prescription Security:401K match and life -Life Balance:Generous vacation and 8 company holidaysGrowth Opportunities:Tuition reimbursement to help you advance your Youll Do: Plans and routes inbound and outbound shipments for assigned remit of branch locations using the Transportation Management System (OTM) to create optimal shipments and routes select appropriate carriers to meet customer needs and support freight settlement orders are planned to arrive on time to the appropriate destinations and in the expected routes for opportunities to lower transportation with assigned remit of branch locations to ensure accurate planning and maximize backhaul internal and external customer needs a portfolio of transportation modes and costs and special shipment requirements in order to deliver the highest transportation efficiency planning must be completed in alignment with organizational goals and regional backhaul processes by integrating sourcing selecting and servicing both internal and external backhaul opportunities into daily routing activitiesManages any exception-driven processes (i.e. order reprioritization driver / equipment swaps high-priority loads)Develop relationships with third-party carriers and brokers to improve carrier commitments and reduce transportation costsCoordinates with third-party carriers to provide shipment plans and routes (includes tendering and spot bidding in TMS)Supports reconciliation of additional costs on invoice with Freight AP AnalystProvides approval to third-party carriers for accessorial chargesWhat were looking for: BA/BS Degree in Supply Chain Management Logistics Business Administration or similar preferred2-3 years experience in the logistics/transportation experience with emphasis on logistics planning operations; 5-8 years with relevant work experience and no formal / related educational backgroundKnowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes (MOT: LTL / FTL / Rail) and requirementsProficiency using a Transportation Management System and relevant tools/technologyStrong communication skills and the ability to work within a team and crossfunctionally (leadership third-party carriers finance functions commercial etc.)Hands-on mentality with strong aptitude to think critically solve problems and drive improvements across transportation operationsAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with high-demand requestsCapability to build strategic shipment plans that align with the organizations overall logistics and transportation goalsOur Values: With every decision and action we put people first keep the future in mind and work as a team toward shared progress: Customer Centric Respect Collaboration Integrity GritAbout BlueLinx: BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States. With over 70000 branded and private-label SKUs we have a broad distribution footprint servicing all 50 states. Our team of over 2000 associates is critical to our success. Our culture is driven by teamwork integrity and continuous improvement with a strong emphasis on safety and customer salary range provided is a good faith estimate based on the position requirements and market data. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience qualifications skills geographic location and other job-related considerations. BlueLinx also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care dental vision life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day and 8 paid holidays per report any issues with this job posting please contact