Transportation Planner Jobs in Marietta, GA

A Transportation Planner in the logistics industry primarily focuses on optimizing the transportation of goods and services for a company. Their responsibilities include planning and scheduling transport routes, coordinating with suppliers and customers, assessing transportation costs, and ensuring adherence to regulations. Furthermore, they also play a critical role in improving the company's transportation efficiency and sustainability, strategizing on contingency plans, and managing transportation risks. They require a strong understanding of the supply chain and logistics operations and need to keep abreast of technological advancements in the field.

Essential skills for a Transportation Planner include strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in using logistics and planning software. They should also have a good understanding of geographical locations and the ability to work under pressure. Relevant certifications, such as Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) and Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Transportation Planner, individuals may have roles such as a Logistics Coordinator, Supply Chain Analyst, or Operations Manager.

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Office of Traffic Operations- Transportation Specialist 3- TRP052- PG M- Crash Analyst

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

JOB SUMMARY: Under broad supervision, provides advanced level professional support in one or more of the following areas: OMAT, maintenance, construction, intermodal, planning, utilities, surveying,...

Division of P3-TRM032-Mgr. 3, Transport Specialist (PG-R) Post Let P3/EL Project Manager - Atlanta GA

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

JOB SUMMARY: Leads and assists in one or more of the following areas: OMAT, maintenance, construction, intermodal, planning, utilities, surveying, environmental or traffic....

Record Center-Transportation Specialist

  • Austell, GA (9 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Austell, GA (9 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 3 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Transportation/Record Center Specialist (TS/RCS) is a hybrid role at Access that is responsible for the safe and legal driving of Access vehicles and coordinating the delivery and...

Freight Coordinator

  • Woodstock, GA (12 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woodstock, GA (12 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Summary The Freight Coordinator position’s primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.” Additionally, the...

Office of Transportation Data- Transportation Specialist 3- TRP052- PG M- Road Inventory Team Lead

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary: Under broad supervision, provides advanced level professional support in one or more of the following areas: OMAT, maintenance, construction, intermodal, planning, utilities, surveying,...

Transportation Specialist

  • Tucker, GA (20 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tucker, GA (20 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 13 days ago

Why Access? Hourly Pay - $17.50/hr Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance 14 days of PTO, 8 Paid Holidays, 2 personal days. 401K Retirement program with 3% company match, 100% vesting in 2...

Coordinator, Domestic Air Freight Coordinator

  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 14 days ago

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Transportation Management Systems (TMS). Multilingual skills are a plus. Education: College degree in logistics or a related field preferred....

Air Freight Coordinator

  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 14 days ago

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Transportation Management Systems (TMS). Multilingual skills are a plus. Education: College degree in logistics or a related field preferred....

Transportation Planner

  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 14 days ago

Revel in a competitive salary package crafted to align with the unique responsibilities and benefits of the Transportation Planner....

Transit Planner

  • Marietta, GA
  • 16 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 16 days ago

The Planner I position will support the CobbLinc Transit System and work directly with the DOTs Transit Division. The service and amenities planning responsibilities will include: Leading the...

Distribution Planner - Sales & Operation Planning

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 27 days ago

The Distribution Planner - Sales and Operations Planning role is responsible for category inventory management across Rheem's Water Division. Responsible for category inventory planning, creating...

Domestic Air Freight Coordinator

  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 29 days ago

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Transportation Management Systems (TMS). Multilingual skills are a plus. Education: College degree in logistics or a related field preferred....

Office of Maintenance-TRP050-Transportation Specialist 1 (PG-K) Landscape Architect 1, Atlanta, GA.

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Under supervision, provides entry level professional support in one or more of the following areas: OMAT, maintenance, construction, intermodal, planning, utilities, surveying, environmental...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Conley, GA (24 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Conley, GA (24 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Process logistics/transportation related items for day-to-day orders related to bulk trailers, rail, LTL, FTL, drivers' dispatching....

Depot Operations Coordinator

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

ConGlobal has been firmly planted in the intermodal industry for more than half a century....

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Salary for Transportation Planner Jobs in Marietta, GA

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Planners in Marietta, GA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
20.3%
Master's Degree
13.4%
Associate's Degree
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Transportation Planners in Marietta, GA
1-2 years
20.8%
2-4 years
20.8%
4-6 years
20.8%
None
20.8%
Less than 1 year
8.3%
6-8 years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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