Transportation Planner

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Your role at Clorox:

The Transportation 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 Clorox networks and customer distribution centers. Their focus lies in efficient space utilization.

In this role, you will:

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. o 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.
  
  

What we look for:

• Assist in preparing standard operating procedures.
• 1-3 years' experience in a supply chain role
• 1-3 years' experience with desktop & ERP applications
• Transportation load planning experience (highly desired)
• Experience with managing transportation providers and other 3rd parties (i.e. Uber Freight, LTL/TL providers, etc.)
• Availability to travel to the United States as needed to support Canadian strategic planning
• Familiarity with general transportation requirements (e.g., lanes, weight limits)
• General knowledge of customer requirements (customer-facing experience is a plus).
• Ability to partner with business, IT teams, and third-party vendors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Understanding of SAP and transportation planning.
• Broad understanding of end-to-end supply chain
  
  

We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a non-stop drive to keep growing and learning.

At Clorox, we have a Culture of Inclusion. We believe our values-based culture connects to our purpose and helps our people be the best versions of themselves, professionally and personally. This means building a workplace where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate in our Clorox community. Learn more about our I&D program & initiatives here.

Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
• Flexible work environment, depending on your role
• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location
  
  

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