Logistics Planner Jobs

Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to more fiber-based packaging forward.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Logistics Planner who will bring creative solutions and new ideas to existing processes and procedures. The ideal person will provide effective coordination and execution of inbound and outbound freight movements for external customer, internal customer, and supplier shipments. This position will travel up to 5% travel and will require occasional night and weekend work.

How You Will Impact WestRock

• Manage carrier trailer pools at selected facilities and suppliers
• Track loads and hold carriers accountable to on-time pick-up and delivery
• Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities
• Responsible for the daily execution of inbound/outbound shipments for selected facilities and suppliers
• Communicate frequently with internal / external customers and carriers
• Responsible for achieving all fiscal year financial and performance goals and objectives
• Ensure carrier receipt and response of daily load tenders
• Manage transportation events to ensure manufacturing, supplier and customer satisfaction
• Perform daily outbound and inbound load tendering process
• Responsible for weekly service metric review for selected facilities; including cost, on-time performance, route guide compliance, carrier capacity, spot shipment performance, etc.

What You Need To Succeed

• Task oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem solving, decision making, critical thinking, and negotiations skills
• Ability to set priorities, achieve deadlines, and manage multiple tasks at the same time
• Transportation Management System experience required (Preferably, Oracle Transportation Management)
• Must possess industry knowledge and terminology, strong communication and analytical skills with the ability to quickly analyze problem situations and make fact-based decisions
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Thorough understanding of transportation modes and solutions
• Minimum of 2 years related work experience in Supply Chain
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; expertise in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with Routing and Scheduling software

What We Offer

• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence

WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.