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.