Transportation Planner Jobs in Michigan

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 Specialist - full time

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Shift: 6pm-6:30 am, 12 hour night shift, 36 hours one week and 48 the following week. Every other weekend and rotation for holidays....

Sales Operations Coordinator

  • Wyoming, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Wyoming, MI
  • 3 days ago

Job Overview The Sales Operations Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Strategic Sales Team by managing and fulfilling customer orders, understanding inventory requirements and adhering...

BBC Patient Transport Specialist-PRN/Variable Shift

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 3 days ago

CURRENT BRONSON EMPLOYEES - Please apply using the career worklet in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only. Love Where You Work! Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and...

Transportation Planner

  • Brighton, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Brighton, MI
  • 5 days ago

Use Transportation Management System (TMS) for carrier selection, rate shopping & tender process Manage all lane change requests in SharePoint, Ark i.e. lane assignments, carrier changes & carrier rates...

Behavioral Health Transportation Specialist

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 6 days ago

This is a full-time position on nights. Pay ranges from $18.69/hr to $22.18/hr, depending on experience. SUMMARY: Responsible for the safe and compassionate transport of behavioral health clients...

Transportation Planner 9-12 (Metropolitan Planning Org....

Dispatch Coordinator

  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 15 days ago

Under the general supervision of the Mobile Crisis Director or the Director of Crisis Services, the Dispatch Coordinator provides the connection via telephone between the individual or entities...

Remote Work

Transportation Specialist - 3rd Shift (Year Round

  • Interlochen, MI
  • 17 days ago
  • Interlochen, MI
  • 17 days ago

At Interlochen, every team member is part of our mission to support creativity and the arts. Whether you're working in a classroom, kitchen, or office, your role helps create a positive and...

Operations Coordinator I

  • Lansing, MI
  • 22 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 22 days ago

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DF Operations Coordinator 2nd Shift

  • Lansing, MI
  • 23 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 23 days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Freight Coordinator (Part-Time)

  • Taylor, MI
  • 23 days ago
  • Taylor, MI
  • 23 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...

Transit Planner

  • Detroit, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 27 days ago

PLANNING PRACTICE Michael Baker's full-service Community & Transportation Planning Practice provides expertise, creativity, and dedication to a wide range of projects. Our community-driven...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Birch Run, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birch Run, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Title Transportation Coordinator Location Birch Run, MI - School Bus Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Pay Rate Shift Various Shifts Close Date Description Apply today to become part of the Dean...

Transportation Specialist

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Night Shift Description: Shift: 6pm-6:30 am, 12 hour night shift, 36 hours one week and 48 the following week. Every other weekend and rotation for holidays....

Freight Coordinator (Part-Time)

  • Kentwood, MI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 45+ 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...

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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...
Certified Forecaster and Demand Planner (CFDP)
ISCEAs Certified Forecaster and Demand Planners (CFDP) are capable to develop demand plans that adapt to todays rapidly changing business environment while remaining aligned to the companys...
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 Michigan

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Transportation Planner positions.



Highest Education Level

Transportation Planners in Michigan 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 Michigan
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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