Smithfield Foods

Associate Transportation Planner

Suffolk, VA (On-site)

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Join Our Supply Chain Team and Drive Operational Excellence! The Supply Chain team is looking for a detail-oriented Associate Transportation Planner to help optimize our transportation and distribution network. In this role, you’ll analyze supply chain processes to reduce freight costs, improve material efficiency, and ensure on-time delivery of our products to customers and consumers. You’ll leverage your knowledge of U.S. geography, transportation costing, and Hours-of-Service regulations to support strategic planning and execution. If you’re motivated by problem-solving and passionate about keeping shelves stocked and supply chains moving, this is your opportunity to make an impact! WHAT YOU’LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Review daily orders for accuracy and proper routing. Build efficient truckloads for geographic areas (single and multi-stop), balancing cost and service. Tender loads to awarded contract carriers for both customer and inter-company shipments. Identify and onboard new carriers to add value and improve transportation options. Maximize truck utilization by seeking additional orders to optimize weight. Collaborate with product schedulers to ensure accurate inter-company moves. Support cost-reduction and efficiency initiatives to maintain a competitive edge in refrigerated transportation. Schedule delivery appointments with customers to ensure timely and accurate deliveries. WHAT WE’RE SEEKING: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Education & Experience: Associate degree, preferably transportation or logistics; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. Bachelor's degree, preferred. Industry Knowledge: Understanding of transportation industry, rate structures, and current trends; experience in the transportation industry, rate structures, and current trends; experience in the food/meat industry preferred. Technical Skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office Suite; familiarity with SAP is a plus. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Analytical Ability: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT: Professional Attributes: Respectful, approachable, and team-oriented with a focus on creating a positive work environment. Relocation Package Available No EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595. At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent. For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children. Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner. Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. 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