Logistics Planner I

Why should you apply? We invest in you!

• Industry-leading health insurance on Day 1!  
• Competitive Pay  
• 401(K) + company match  
• 10 Paid Company Holidays  
• 3 weeks PTO (pro-rated)  
• Professional training  
• A family-owned business with over 100 years of service  
• An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce.     

Job Purpose and Overview

The Logistics Planner I supports the overall third-party transportation operations by understanding and performing daily tasks within Dawn’s Transportation Management System.  This position is responsible for planning and executing shipments for specific Dawn locations and identifying opportunities for improvement within Dawn’s third-party transportation network. This position requires multi-departmental communications with sales, customer service, supply center operations, manufacturing, fulfillment, and procurement.

This is a remote, home-based position, with the requirement that candidates reside within the MST, CST, or EST time zones. It is preferred that the candidate be located within a commutable distance of one of our Distribution Centers in Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Louisville, KY; or Piscataway, NJ.

What will you do as a Logistics Planner I at Dawn Foods? 

• Complete daily transportation planning execution in E2open for assigned locations.
• Monitor and act on daily exception reports.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve service or operational issues.
• Provide load status updates to internal stakeholders.
• Develop operational relationships with Carrier Partners, Dawn Plants, Distribution Centers, Customer Service, and Fulfillment Team Members.
• Provide one-off freight quotes.
• Participate in Carrier Partner performance evaluation efforts.
• Manage shipment OS&D instances through to resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement through all areas of responsibility by recommending and executing strategies to improve network efficiencies.
• Demonstrate Team Dawn’s “Dawn Values” and support the Dawn Circle of Excellence.

What Does It Take to be a Logistics Planner I at Dawn Foods?  

Below are the minimum qualifications to be a fit for this job.  

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related business degree preferred and 2 years of related supply chain experience or in lieu of degree 5 years of related supply chain experience.
• Must have operational knowledge of E2open/Blujay (or similar transportation planning system), Excel, Word, & Microsoft Outlook.
• Knowledge of general supply chain concepts.
• Proven experience engaging with trucking companies with a detailed knowledge of truckload shipping.
• Must exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to make decisions in ambiguous situations.
• The ability to multi-task in fast-paced, high-pressure situations and always maintain a positive & caring attitude.
• Requires strong organizational skills, is dedicated, and is a true team player.

Physical Demands & Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

• The ability to work in a professional office or manufacturing environment and work effectively from home.
• Capability to reach for files, supplies, or equipment on or around the desk or workstation.
• Ability to sit for extended periods at a desk or workstation, as well as occasional standing or walking within an office or manufacturing facility.

Note: The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than documented here. 

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click “Apply.”

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About Our Benefits 

Dawn is proud to employ the top talent in the baking industry, and we reward our people with comprehensive health and well-being coverage, competitive compensation packages, and award-winning benefit offerings. We also help protect your future financial health with a generous 401(k) matching program that provides additional retirement funds and many tools and resources on financial wellness. Dawn encourages professional growth through tuition assistance and educational programs, and we are always searching for ways to improve our industry-leading services and benefits. 

Compensation

$55,900 – $84,970

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An Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law.