Logistics Planner

About this position

Job Title: Logistics Planner

Location: Woodstock, AL

Position Summary:

The Logistics Planner role serves as a central coordination point for operational execution within the business unit, ensuring alignment across warehouse operations, material flow, and customer service requirements. This position is responsible for planning and coordinating logistics activities, validating operational execution, supporting resource allocation, and driving performance against defined service level agreements.

This role applies Schnellecke Logistics’ core operational standards, technologies, and continuous improvement methodologies to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and safety. Acting as a key liaison between operations leadership and the customer, the Logistics Planner ensures that material flow, inventory movement, and logistics plans are executed effectively to support production and delivery commitments.

• Execute company values, mission, strategy, and operational standards to support business objectives
• Develop, monitor, and adjust logistics plans to support production schedules and customer demand
• Coordinate material flow, inventory movement, and warehouse activities to ensure operational efficiency
• Align manpower, equipment, and resources with logistics requirements and volume fluctuations
• Validate workflows and logistics processes to ensure compliance with quality and performance standards
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize material flow and reduce inefficiencies
• Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, safety policies, and workload requirements
• Communicate logistics performance, risks, and updates to operations leadership and client stakeholders
• Support budget planning and monitor resource utilization within assigned areas
• Promote and enforce a safe work environment and adherence to all safety procedures
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Shift Manager

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in logistics planning, supply chain coordination, or warehouse operations preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Proficiency in data entry and basic computer systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must be able to pass a drug screening

• Combination of plant floor and office environment
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, equipment, and varying environmental conditions
• Exposure to moderate to high noise levels within operational areas
• Requires standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods
• Bending, reaching, and physical movement may be required
• Personal Protective Equipment must be worn at all times on the shop floor

Schnellecke Logistics is a global, family‑owned logistics provider with more than 80 years of experience supporting automotive and industrial supply chains. We offer a stable and growing environment where employees can build long‑term careers while contributing to high‑impact operations. Our teams work in a structured, safety‑focused culture that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Employees benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional growth across operations, engineering, and business functions.

Schnellecke Logistics is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws.