Logistics Planner

Job Title: Logistics Planner

Department: Supply Chain

Location: Kennewick, Washington, United States of America

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary: Under general supervision, executes load assignments to meet customer requirements for on‑time, safe, damage‑free delivery of freight in a cost‑effective manner. Optimizes assets and drivers to meet customer requirements, service levels, revenue and profitability goals, and driver needs. Manages external carriers to minimize costs and maximize customer service levels. Incumbent must be able to work any shift to satisfy the demand for flexibility of scheduling to ensure operational success, including day, night and weekend shifts.

• Assign and pre‑plan freight according to DOT guidelines for drivers and external carriers based on appointment times and driver availability to meet customer requirements and increase operational efficiency, thereby reducing overall operating cost.
• Verify inbound capacity details such as driver hours, due homes and trailer assignments to effectively manage utilization and ensure the safety of our driving teams.
• Monitor pick‑up and delivery times against driver performance to maintain optimum service levels and customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain relationships with external carriers regarding freight availability and service issues, increasing market capacity while coordinating with internal teams to expand volume opportunities.
• Coordinate with Customer Experience representatives and/or appointment team on resetting freight based on rail updates, missed appointments, etc., to protect service.
• Match load assignment requirements to driver’s available hours to maintain hours of service and company regulations.
• Meet and exceed productivity goals for operations to minimize empty miles and maximize stops, reducing costs.
• Resolve service issues promptly to meet and exceed customer requirements and maximize service levels for customer retention.
• Coordinate equipment pool availability at customer sites, market locations and/or rail ramps to balance available assets and meet operations and customer needs.
• Balance freight and equipment availability in assigned markets according to capacity, customer requirements and driver needs, managing internal capacity to match freight volume.

• Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED with 2‑3 years experience in the Transportation/Logistics industry; ability to work across multiple shifts, including nights and/or weekends.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with at least 1 year of relevant professional experience or 4‑5 years of experience in the Transportation/Logistics industry.
• Experience fostering strong customer relationships through delivery commitments, open communication, and ongoing feedback and improvement.
• Knowledge of J.B. Hunt's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics.
• Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short‑term), tactical (1‑2 years), and strategic (3‑5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
• Ability to understand, monitor, update, or enhance existing business or work processes.
• Ability to promote effective analysis, determine the root cause of organizational problems, and create alternative solutions to resolve issues in the best interest of the business.
• Accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Understanding of the importance of meeting or exceeding established targets and ability to drive critical activities to completion.
• Proven experience establishing and maintaining healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.

The expected starting pay range for this position is between $70,000.00 and $87,500.00. This position is not eligible for employment‑based sponsorship. Factors that may affect starting pay within this range include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. The position may be eligible for an annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the…