Transportation Planner Jobs in Lorton, VA

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

  • MV Transportation
  • Fairfax, VA (19 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, VA (19 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 1 day ago

If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our data handling practices and your data rights. Responsibilities: MV Transportation is...

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Supervisory Transportation Specialist

  • Federal Emergency Management Agency
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 14 hours ago

This position is located in Response and Recovery/Transportation Division. The ideal candidate for this position will ensure development of short and long term strategic plans for transportation...

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Associate Industry Specialist - Transport and Logistics

  • World Bank
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 1 day ago

logistics & warehousing, shipping and barging, airlines, electric mobility), providing independent assessment of project feasibility, risk and impact, including supporting senior specialists within...

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Dispatch Coordinator

  • Genesis Logistics Inc.
  • Stafford, VA (22 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stafford, VA (22 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Genesis Logistics is Hiring! At Genesis Logistics, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. As the leading contract logistics provider, we believe in doing the right...

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Marine Transportation Specialist

  • U.S. Coast Guard
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 7 days ago

This vacancy is for a GS-2101-13, Marine Transportation Specialist, DCO, Asst COMDT for Prevention Policy, Commercial Regulations and Standards, Merchant Mariner Credentialing/Policy Division,...

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Transportation Operations Manager

  • GPAC
  • Manassas, VA (16 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (16 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 10 days ago

management systems (TMS), logistics software, and Microsoft Office Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment...

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Logistics Transportation Specialist

  • Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corporation
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Bowhead seeks a Part-Time Logistics Transportation Specialist to support the Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) Emergency Management program. Duties for this position will be performed...

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Maintenance Dispatch Coordinator

  • Chenega Corporation
  • Lorton, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Lorton, VA
  • 11 days ago

Overview Maintenance Dispatch Coordinator Lorton, VA Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where...

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Program Operations Coordinator - 1st Shift - Travel

  • GXO Logistics Inc.
  • Bristow, VA (18 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bristow, VA (18 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 13 days ago

Logistics at full potential. At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work...

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SCA Transportation Specialist

  • Honu Services
  • Landover, MD (24 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Landover, MD (24 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 24 days ago

Job Requirements Landover, MD Intel Agency (NSA, CIA, FBI, etc) Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description...

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Transport Coordinator - Located in Herndon, VA

  • AMR
  • Herndon, VA (23 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Herndon, VA (23 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Located in Herndon, VA More Information about this Job: Full-time Dispatcher IMMEDIATE HIRING! Dispatcher FULL-TIME Opportunity $ 25.00 per hour Were hiring Dispatchers that will respond to...

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Principal Transportation Planner (Mid-Atlantic/Southeast)

  • ICF International
  • Arlington, VA (15 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (15 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

We are seeking a Principal Transportation Planner for ICFs Transportation Line of Business....

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Transport Coordinator

  • Global Medical Response
  • Herndon, VA (23 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Herndon, VA (23 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Full-time Dispatcher IMMEDIATE HIRING! Dispatcher FULL-TIME Opportunity $ 25.00 per hour We’re hiring Dispatchers that will respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for ambulance and...

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Personal Property Transportation Specialist

  • KSA Integration
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (17 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

KSA Integration is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that provides business and management solutions through three core capabilities: (1) data analytics, (2) comprehensive...

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Transportation Planner - TDM/Micro-Transit

  • Whitman, Requardt And Associates, LLP
  • Fairfax, VA (19 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (19 miles from Lorton, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Whitman Requardt and Associates, LLP (WRA) is seeking a talented and motivated Transportation Planner to work with our team of planners and engineers to transit projects....

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Salary for Transportation Planner Jobs in Lorton, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Planners in Lorton, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.7%
High School or GED
19.6%
Master's Degree
13.8%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Transportation Planners in Lorton, VA
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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