Network Planning Manager

Job Summary

The Network Planning Manager is responsible for designing, optimizing, and managing transportation networks for vehicle hauling operations. This role ensures efficient routing, capacity utilization, and cost-effective delivery of vehicles while maintaining high service levels. The ideal candidate combines logistics expertise, data analysis, and operational leadership to support a dynamic automotive transport environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, dealerships, and other automotive logistics clients.
• Develop and optimize vehicle transportation routes and network strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Coordinate with OEMs, dealerships, and logistics partners to maintain service standards
• Ensure alignment with DOT, safety, and regulatory requirements as they relate to network planning and operations.
• Represent the company at industry conferences and customer forums to promote capabilities and brand presence.
• Support strategic decisions such as facility location, capacity planning, and transportation network development.
• Forecast demand and align network capacity to meet customer and business growth requirements.
• Design, evaluate, and optimize the operational network, including terminals, routes, service lanes, and distribution hubs.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives within the transportation network
• Utilize analytical modeling and forecasting tools to ensure the network supports current and projected automotive production volumes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and transportation policies
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using KPIs such as on-time performance, cost per mile, and asset utilization.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in business development, network planning or related field
• 4-7 years of supervisory experience
• Bachelors Degree
• DOT industry experience and FMCSA knowledge
• Strong understanding of transportation networks, route optimization, and distribution strategies
• Experience with forecasting, demand planning, and capacity modeling
• Experience supporting or leading RFP/RFQ processes, including pricing strategy and solution design
• Ability to manage cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders across Operations, Finance, IT, and Sales
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and operational efficiencies
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to present to executive leadership and external partners