Transportation Planning Supervisor - Projects & Campaigns

Our Transportation Planning Supervisor - Projects & Campaigns positionis responsible forsupporting and executing transportation related campaign initiatives nationally, ensuring alignment with projectobjectives, timelines, and operational requirements. They will partner with project leadership to coordinate and executelogisticsplanning activities that enable safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportationloadoptimization and distribution across the supply chain.

This person leads and supports key components of the transportation order conversion process, including freight tendering, modeselection, load optimization, and dispatch planning, with a focus on delivering successful project outcomes.

Theyidentifyand drive process improvements and SAP TM enhancements that increase the effectiveness, accuracy, and efficiency of transportation planning and campaign execution in addition to supportingthe documentation and rollout of best practices tied to project initiatives.

This person may provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to District Transportation Planners in supportofproject execution and regionalobjectives. There is potential for direct people management responsibilities based on organizational needs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

FreightOrder Conversion Process and Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning transportation movements in the district branches, including but not limited to shuttles, IBTs, outbound orders, bulk/mini-bulk, inbound fleet movements, etc.

• Effectively communicates with internal stakeholders (Commercial teams, Planners, CSR's, etc.)in a timely mannerwith a professional demeanor to supporta common goal of servicing customers.

• Addresses and recommends alternatives for all inbound and 3rd party logisticexpediting requirements for Purchasing and Sales.

• Directs movement of inbound, outbound, third-party, and STO products tomeet customer requirements.

• Assistswith scheduling inbound and outboundpackage, bulk, and specialized equipment carriers, including communication and arranging pickup dates.

• Orders and approves SPOT (Short Order Leadtime) transportation capacity.

• Works with local branches daily for capacity planning andspecial requirements.

Project Support and Execution

• Manages schedule and execution for project teams, including coordination with IT, Commercial, Operations, Core Teams, and Carriers.

• Works with Procurement tosolicitrates from common carriers for special projects and campaigns.

• Tracks movement of PF and CC whenutilizedfor special projects/campaigns.

• Meets regularly with project core teams and transportation leadership.

• Provides light and weekend coverage whenrequiredto support projects/campaigns.

• Provides project reporting to multi-departmental leadership.

FreightLaneAudit and Compliance

• Files andresolves freightclaim issues.

• Assistswithfreightsettlements: oApprovesfreightexceptions onfreightbills and purchase orders. o Auditsfreightbills and approves for payment.

Quality and Improvement

• Makes recommendations for transportation equipment andassistsin the selection process.

• Responds to District Transportation quality and customer service requirements anddetermines appropriate actions, including in-transit visibility.

• Interprets company policy and ensures consistent application.

• Provides input to managementregardingtransportation operations and improvement opportunities.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• College degree or equivalent business experience

• 3-5 years of Transportation,Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or Operations experience within Univar Solutions or equivalent business experience

• Will need to complete and become proficient in TMS training and system

• Knowledge of Purchasing or Logistics processes and functions

• Outstanding organizational skills

• Strong technical skills

• In depth SAPTM system knowledge

• Strong communicationskills

• Demonstrated team performer

• High levelof decision-making ability

WHERE YOU'LL WORK:

This is a hybrid position and can be based out of our locations in The Woodlands, TX or Houston, TX.

PAY AND BENEFITS:

• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications,qualifications, and work location

• Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Strongwork/life flexibility

• To be surrounded by aninclusiveteam who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company

• To be rewarded for your contributions with atargeted company bonusandannual salary reviews

• Competitivepay and benefits