Logistic Planner

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For nearly a century, The Jel Sert Company has focused on creating high‑quality, high‑value foods and beverages that help bring people together. Jel Sert is proud to have been awarded the Great Place to Work certification and recognized as a Best Workplace to Work in Chicago and a Best Workplace in Manufacturing and Production. We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a LOGISTICS PLANNER
. If you are looking for a work environment that encourages personal growth, responsibility, and a shared vision for creating incredible products that make lasting memories, Jel Sert wants you!

The Logistics Planner is a highly visible transportation role responsible for overseeing and optimizing planning for nationwide customers and ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction while working closely with other departments to facilitate timely deliveries.

This position will require overtime as needed. Overtime is scheduled based on individual job responsibilities and the department’s needs.

• Freight planning and routing of customer orders
• Dealing with logistical service issues through communication with carriers
• Working with various departments on specific customer requests
• Data entry, including invoice entry, customer information, service failures, and new rates
• Notification and scheduling of customer pick‑up orders
• Working with carriers to develop more efficient means of transportation

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in the transportation field with a preference in planning
• Understanding of transportation regulations and requirements, freight pricing, and industry knowledge & terminology
• Strong computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Knowledge and experience in systems such as Lean Logistics, TMS, WMS, ERP (e.g., QAD)

• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and negotiation skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in daily work and projects
• Organized with exceptional time‑management skills
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent listening skills and ability to handle multiple requests while documenting activity
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Jel Sert Company is committed to pay transparency and will provide further compensation information during the interview process. The minimum compensation for the Logistics Planner is $21.25 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined upon an offer and is based on experience, education, and skills. Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package.

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• Balancing
• Stooping
• Kneeling
• Crouching
• Reaching
• Standing
• Walking
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Lifting
• Fingering
• Grasping
• Feeling
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motions
• Visual acuity requirements for data preparation and vehicle operation

Office and distribution environment.

Follow applicable procedures and work instructions to ensure compliance with SQF requirements.

This job ensures timely deliveries to customers in the most cost‑efficient method possible.