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Company Information
PACCARis a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!
Requisition Summary
A Logistics Planner plans, optimizes, and executes transportation for all supplier inbound activity destined for PACCAR assembly plants and PACCAR Parts Distribution Centers across North America. The Logistics Planner monitors transportation planed freight movements to ensure data accuracy within SAP Transportation Management System. The Logistics Planner also configures and optimizes transportation planning in the system as well as exceptions identified at the plant and suppliers. Our ideal candidate will work closely with Materials, Plant Traffic, and PACCAR Parts personnel to ensure that consistent and reliable delivery schedules are maintained.
This role will be based out of PACCAR North Texas Corporate office in Lewisville, TX.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
- Plans inbound freight for the assigned geographic region within established timelines.
- Establishes and maintains a strong working relationship with assigned suppliers to achieve supplier TMS compliance and data accuracy. Coordinates corrective actions as required.
- Establishes and maintains a strong collaborative working relationship with Plant Traffic and Materials personnel to provide accurate transportation plans. Serves as the initial point of contact to establish and update transportation plans and exception management.
- Involves various levels of management when needed to strengthen supplier compliance through effective communication and follow-through.
- Identifies cost saving opportunities within the supply chain network and contributes to overall Logistics Saving goals. Assists with the implementation of cost savings initiatives.
- Monitors transportation plan accuracy to identify and communicate any issues.
- Supports Supplier Performance Management Program.
- Participates in supplier TMS training activities.
- Leads process improvement projects.
- Monitors border crossing activity and reports any challenges (Spanish Language Preferred).
Qualifications & Skills
Required:
- A completed Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field.
- 1 or more years of Transportation, Logistics, Purchasing or Materials experience.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and competing priorities in a changing environment.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Quality and results-driven work ethic.
- Industry knowledge of transportation best practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred:
- Spanish Language proficiency is strongly desired.
- Experience with SAP or transportation systems.
Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
- 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
- Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Paid short-and long-term disability programs
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
- This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Logistics Planner role is $65,500 - $98,300 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.
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