What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Planner position at Land O'Lakes Inc?
Freight Operations:
Develop and execute tactical truck transportation plans for multiple Purina manufacturing facilities
Manage transportation events and enhance carrier utilization to ensure on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction
Work collaboratively and cross-functionally with internal team members (Commodity Buyers, Coordinators, Material Resource Planners, Manufacturing Personnel, and Customer Service Representatives)
Understand freight bill payments and assist Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies
Strategically develop, recommend, and implement cost savings and/or service improvement programs
Lead and manage relationships with strategic service providers by conducting monthly meetings, implement corrective action plans as needed, and maintain accountability to achieve optimal service levels
Participate in monthly team meetings and report on established KPI’s, share relevant market information, and align on team strategies
Rail Operations:
Execute inbound, interplant, and outbound rail transportation activities with both short line and Class I Railroads
Track and trace rail equipment to mitigate central plant ingredient runouts
Document and resolve service performance issues with railroads
Resolve invoice discrepancies, misrouting, and lost/delayed railcars
Experience-Education (Required):
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics or related field
1 years of Transportation-related experience
Competencies-Skills (Required):
Strong verbal and written communication skills; Deliver results; Integrity; Customer focus; System knowledge; Problem solving/decision making; Organization and planning skills
Competencies-Skills (Preferred):
Adaptability and flexibility, communication, building relationships, customer focus and ability to manage stress in a fast-paced environment
Experience with OTM software (Oracle Transportation Management), Excel, and Power BI
About Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.
Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).
Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.
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Salary : $75,040 - $102,500
