Transportation Planner Jobs in Georgia

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.

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Transportation Planner

  • Tucker, GA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Tucker, GA
  • 11 hours ago

Execute strategies using a transportation management system (TMS), processes, and procedures to ensure the lowest possible cost while maintaining a high level of customer service and KPI adherence....

Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (Air Traffic Manager)

  • Chamblee, GA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chamblee, GA
  • 16 hours ago

Serves as an Air Traffic Manager (MSS4) of a terminal facility and is responsible for planning and directing all activities at the facility. Candidates must show specialized experience....

Freight Coordinator (Part-Time)

  • Rome, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Rome, GA
  • 1 day ago

Summary The Freight Coordinator position’s primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.” Additionally, the...

Year-long Internship 2025-2026 - Surface Transportation Planner

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 3 days 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.**...

Mobile Operations Coordinator (Rockford, IL)

  • Decatur, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 3 days 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...

TRM034, Sr Mgr. 2, Transportation Specialist - PG: T Environmental Services Administrator Job Salary $160,000 Description of Duties: Under broad direction, serves as the Office Head managing staff...

Bilingual Transportation Specialist - JOR

  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Job Location: Lawrenceville, GA Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: Undisclosed Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Working At NYAP NYAP's...

Railyard Load Planner

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago

required Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisors or operations management Qualifications 1+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or terminal operations preferred Familiarity with intermodal...

Senior Coordinator Transportation

  • Jefferson, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Jefferson, GA
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Reviews and optimizes customer orders in Warehouse Management Systems before releasing orders to warehouse for picking....

Transport Planning Spec 3- TRP062- PG L- Freight Planner

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago

management-related studies....

STATE PROFILE SUMMARY: Under supervision, provides entry level professional support in one or more of the following areas: OMAT, maintenance, construction, intermodal, planning, utilities, surveying...

JOB SUMMARY: Under broad supervision, provide advanced level professional support in one or more of the following areas: maintenance, Construction, Intermodal, Planning, Utilities, Surveying, Environmental...

Transportation Specialist - Food and Nutrition (Days)

  • Carrollton, GA
  • 16 days ago
  • Carrollton, GA
  • 16 days ago

$1,000 Sign On Bonus Responsible for the safe and timely delivery and pickup of food supplies, manual tasks in food delivery, food preparation, and food serving. Work includes some prep work and...

Transportation Planner

  • Johns Creek, GA
  • 28 days ago
  • Johns Creek, GA
  • 28 days ago

Revel in a competitive salary package crafted to align with the unique responsibilities and benefits of the Transportation Planner....

Planner, Senior (Transportation Planner)

  • Augusta, GA
  • 28 days ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 28 days ago

Planner, Senior (Transportation Planner) Salary $48,554.00 - $72,832.00 Annually Location Augusta, GA Job Type Full Time Permanent Job Number 201203868 Department PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT Opening Date...

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Transportation Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Certified Forecaster and Demand Planner (CFDP)
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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...

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Salary for Transportation Planner Jobs in Georgia

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 in Georgia 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 in Georgia
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%


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