What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Planner, Dray Coordinator position at HNI Corporation?
HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.
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What We NeedWe are seeking a Transportation Planner / Dray Coordinator to join the HNI Workplace Furnishings – Operations team, supporting the Kimball International brand in Jasper, IN. This role is responsible for planning and coordinating domestic container drayage for inbound freight, ensuring timely container movement, cost control, and strong coordination with internal partners and external logistics providers. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of international and domestic freight flows, strong execution skills, and a results-driven mindset. What You Will Do:- Serve as the primary point of contact for container drayage providers, providing freight quotes and coordinating activity with the International Planner
- Develop and execute transportation plans with drayage carriers and internal stakeholders to support inbound container movements
- Track containers from origin through final yard delivery, ensuring appointments are scheduled and accurately reflected in transportation systems
- Proactively manage pre-pulls prior to last free day at ports or yards to avoid demurrage and detention charges
- Manage expedite and exception shipment requests, evaluating options and recommending cost- and service-effective solutions
- Oversee accessorial charge processes, communicate impacts to internal stakeholders, and prepare final charge reporting
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with logistics partners, including drayage carriers, freight forwarders, and warehouse operators
- Monitor, analyze, and report logistics performance metrics to support service and cost improvement efforts
- Understanding international and domestic freight movement, including port operations, drayage, and inland transportation
- Communicating logistics issues clearly and effectively at all levels of the organization
- Collaborating cross-functionally across operations, logistics, manufacturing, and supply chain teams
- Managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Building productive relationships with customers, suppliers, carriers, and internal partners
- Strong knowledge of transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations
- Results-oriented mindset with a focus on execution and problem resolution
- Sound business acumen and customer-focused approach