Transportation Planner Jobs

A Transportation Planner in the logistics industry primarily focuses on optimizing the transportation of goods and services for a company. Their responsibilities include planning and scheduling transport routes, coordinating with suppliers and customers, assessing transportation costs, and ensuring adherence to regulations. Furthermore, they also play a critical role in improving the company's transportation efficiency and sustainability, strategizing on contingency plans, and managing transportation risks. They require a strong understanding of the supply chain and logistics operations and need to keep abreast of technological advancements in the field.

Essential skills for a Transportation Planner include strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in using logistics and planning software. They should also have a good understanding of geographical locations and the ability to work under pressure. Relevant certifications, such as Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) and Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Transportation Planner, individuals may have roles such as a Logistics Coordinator, Supply Chain Analyst, or Operations Manager.

1-15 of 709 Jobs

Branch Operations Coordinator

  • Hudson, NH
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hudson, NH
  • 13 hours ago

Crystal Clean (CC) is one of the nations leading privately held companies in the environmental waste services industry. We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to join...

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver

  • Wood Dale, IL
  • moments ago
  • Wood Dale, IL
  • moments ago

Overview Medical Transport Specialist / Driver - Wood Dale, IL - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 2:30pm-11:00pm, Saturday 12:00pm-8:30pm""$2,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants""" We will...

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Advanced

  • Louisville, KY
  • moments ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • moments ago

Overview Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Advanced Louisville, KY - Full Time Float/Coverage Courier Variable Hours Must be available for any route/schedule Monday-Sunday We will provide you...

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Part-Time

  • Wallingford, CT
  • moments ago
  • Wallingford, CT
  • moments ago

Overview Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Part-Time Wallingford, CT - Saturday 11:30AM-8:00PM We will provide you a career with a leader in the healthcare industry, by offering a wide variety...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Lakewood, CO
  • moments ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • moments ago

About the Job This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Athletics and will oversee every aspect of transportation services including scheduling, drivers, fleet maintenance,...

Year-long Internship 2025-2026 - Surface Transportation Planner

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 hour ago

Responsibilities **This is a year round internship starting in September. This inten will be working on as need basis to be determined by the project team remote between 5-15 hours a week.**...

Freight Operations Coordinator - 2nd Shift

  • Richfield, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Richfield, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Review shipments in a Load Start status (e.g., shipments that do not have a tracking number) Contact Carriers: contact for LTL/FTL carriers when there is potential damage (e.g., Platinum Cargo Logistics...

Mobile Operations Coordinator (Rockford, IL)

  • Decatur, GA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 6 hours ago

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading...

Dispatch Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 hours ago

$52k The expected starting pay range for this position is $64,474.80 - $85,966.40 annualized salary. Offers determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. We know...

Delivery Service Manager / Dispatch Coordinator (1259)

  • Springfield, OH
  • 7 hours ago
  • Springfield, OH
  • 7 hours ago

If youre a logistics professional looking to advance your career with a nationally established company, look no further. At ABC Supply, Americas largest wholesale distributor of exterior and...

INTRODUCTION Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a...

Senior Freight Coordinator

  • New York, NY
  • 8 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 hours ago

logistics, supply chain management, and transportation management systems (TMS) + Knowledge of import/export regulations and compliance + Strong negotiation skills with carriers and 3PLs + Highly detail-oriented...

Remote Work

Coordinator of Transportation

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 9 hours ago

Administrative - Central Office - Central Office Administrator Job Number ... Start Date Open Date 07/10/2025 Closing Date 07/25/2025 GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Under the leadership of the Director...

Operations Coordinator - Transportation

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 9 hours ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 9 hours ago

Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details...

Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, Air Traffic Manager

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 9 hours ago

Summary Serves as an Air Traffic Manager (ATM) in a Level 6 terminal facility and is responsible for planning and directing all activities at the facility. Help Overview Accepting applications...

Transportation Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLogistics curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Introduction to air transportation and aviation management
Learn the fundamentals of air transportation and aviation management. Aviation is essential for global business as it supports worldwide travelling and cargo transportation. Before COVID-19, the...
Transportation Systems
Approaching transportation as a complex, large-scale, integrated, open system (CLIOS), this course strives to be an interdisciplinary systems subject in the "open" sense. It introduces qualitative...
Technology in Transportation
This course provides an introduction to the transportation industry's major technical challenges and considerations. For upper level undergraduates interested in learning about the transportation...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Transportation Planner Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLogistics research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Transportation Planner positions.



Highest Education Level

Transportation Planners offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
20.2%
Master's Degree
13.6%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Transportation Planners
1-2 years
20.8%
2-4 years
20.8%
4-6 years
20.8%
None
20.8%
Less than 1 year
8.3%
6-8 years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Transportation Planner Related Career Advice Articles

There are many options when choosing your logistics career path.
Everything You Need to Know to Begin Your Logistics Career Path

Considering a career in logistics? Find out how to find logistics jobs you’ll love and get your logistics career path started on the right foot.

Read article »
logistics manager reviewing data with her team in the warehouse
5 Lucrative Logistics Career Paths to Consider

Jobs in logistics, such as operations and supply chain management, can be highly stable and rewarding. Check out these 5 logistics careers.

Read article »