Logistics Planner

Job Title: Logistics Planner (G 23)

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also 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!

This job will sit in Bellevue, WA or PACCAR North Texas.

Requisition Summary

Using the latest SAP Transportation Management System, 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 plans to ensure accuracy. This person monitors data accuracy within PACCAR’s 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. Candidate will work closely with PACCAR Materials, Plant Traffic, and PACCAR Parts personnel to ensure that consistent and reliable delivery schedules are maintained.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Plans inbound freight for his / her assigned geographic region within established timelines.
• Establishes and maintains a strong working relationship with his / her 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.
• Monitors transportation plan accuracy to identify and communicate system configuration issues.
• Assists with the implementation of cost savings initiatives.
• Participates in supplier TMS training activities.
• Other tasks as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• 2 years of work experience
• 1 or more years of transportation, material planning, and/or PACCAR experience preferred
• Preferred industry knowledge of transportation and supply-chain best practices
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and competing priorities in a changing environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and quality
• Creative, self-motivated and results-driven work ethic
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal and teambuilding skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with SAP or transportation management systems desired.
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
  
  

Competencies

Act with Integrity

Demonstrate Adaptability

Drive for Results

Influence Others

Lead Innovation and Quality Initiatives

Manage Execution

Manage Talent

Use Sound Judgment / Business Acumen

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 $67,800 - $101,700 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.