Transportation Planner Jobs in Kansas

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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Dispatch Manager

  • Shawnee, KS
  • 10 hours ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 10 hours ago

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the...

Transportation Planner - 2nd shift

  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day ago

Job Purpose and Impact The Transportation Planner will evaluate routine to difficult and varied distribution and transportation operations, data and facilities to identify the most effective distribution...

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver

  • Shawnee, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 3 days ago

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Lenexa, KS - Tuesday - Friday 4:00PM-2:30AM We will provide you a career with a leader in the healthcare industry, by offering a wide variety of...

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Advanced

  • Shawnee, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 3 days ago

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

Operations Coordinator (1st Shift)

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 4 days ago

Overview We are seeking a full-time Operations Coordinator(1st Shift) in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for organizing and coordinating associates and processes in...

Client Coordinator - Transportation Insurance

  • Leawood, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 8 days ago

Transportation Client Coordinator Our not-so-secret sauce. Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesnt happen overnight. Its a result of hard work by extraordinary people. The industrys...

Transport Planner

  • Norwich, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Norwich, KS
  • 8 days ago

Are you an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next challenge? We're working with a well-established logistics company based in Norwich that is seeking a motivated and organised...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 11 days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. SUMMARY: The Transportation Coordinator...

Freight Coordinator

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 13 days 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...

Transportation Specialist - PRN Overland Park Rehab

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 17 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 17 days ago

Overview If you're looking for a schedule that fits your lifestyle, check out PAM Health. Some things that our hospital can offer YOU: Opportunities for growth and advancement Flexible scheduling...

Dispatch Coordinator

  • Topeka, KS
  • 19 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 19 days ago

Properly use the Ruan transportation management systems to ensure all required operational data is accurately captured in a near real-time manner....

Transportation Planner

  • Junction City, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Junction City, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Previous knowledge of automated DC Systems, Manhattan Associates Warehouse Management (WMoS) and YMS preferred. Comprehensive experience working with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel....

Flight Operations Transport Specialist - Located in Wichita, KS

  • Derby, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Derby, KS
  • 45+ days ago

Located in Wichita, KS More Information about this Job: FLIGHT OPERATIONS TRANSPORT SPECIALIST Starting at $10.70/ hour with credit given for experience W ere hiring Flight Operations Transport...

Flight Operations Transport Specialist

  • Wichita, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 45+ days ago

FLIGHT OPERATIONS TRANSPORT SPECIALIST Starting at $10.70/ hour with credit given for experience W e’re hiring Flight Operations Transport Specialists that will transport and deliver high-quality...

Livehaul Fleet & Transportation Coordinator

  • Dodge City, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dodge City, KS
  • 45+ days ago

Cargills size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. Cargill is a family company providing...

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Transportation Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
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...

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Salary for Transportation Planner Jobs in Kansas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Transportation Planner positions.



Highest Education Level

Transportation Planners in Kansas 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 Kansas
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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