Job Title : Transportation Load Planner
Location : Alpharetta, GA 30022
Duration : 12 months Contract
Rate : $24 Hourly
Description :
The Transportation Load Planner plays a crucial role in optimizing shipments within our ERP and TMS systems. Balancing cost-effectiveness with service excellence, they ensure seamless transportation of all requested shipments through clients networks and customer distribution centers. Their focus lies in efficient space utilization.
Daily Load Planning Execution :
Execute freight-to-trade loads (freight orders) within the S4HANA TM Module.Maximize on-time delivery metrics and truckload utilization results.Interact with order management teams to address and resolve load related issues.Transportation Profile Refinement :
Review and refine transportation profiles.Optimize load utilization while minimizing the risk of product displacement or order cuts.Exception Resolution :
Document and escalate new exceptions as they arise.Address load planning exceptions promptly.Collaborate cross-functionally with Logistics and Customer Operations to enhance performance.TM Master Data Management :
Understand TM master data requirements.Validate parameters to optimize the TM module.Provide recommendations for optimization opportunities.Standard Operating Procedures :
Assist in preparing standard operating procedures.Requirements : Years and Type of Experience :Minimum :
1-3 years' experience in a supply chain role1-3 years' experience with desktop & ERP applicationsTransportation load planning experience (highly desired)Experience with managing transportation providers and other 3rd parties (i.e. Uber Freight, LTL / TL providers, etc.)Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.Employees must be able to travel as needed to support strategic planningSkills and Abilities
Minimum :
Transportation Knowledge :
Familiarity with general transportation requirements (e.g., lanes, weight limits).Customer Focus :
General knowledge of customer requirements (customer-facing experience is a plus).Collaboration :
Ability to partner with business, IT teams, and third-party vendors.Communication Skills :
Strong verbal and written communication skills.Analytical Skills :
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.SAP and Transportation Planning :
Understanding of SAP and transportation planning.ERP Cross-Module Understanding :
Familiarity with the Transportation Module, Material Master, and Sales Document within ERP.Desirable :
Broad understanding of end-to-end supply chainEducation Level / Degree : (Please clarify if equivalent experience is acceptable with no degree)
High School Diploma required.
Preferred degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or logistics management.
Salary : $24
