Transportation Planner Jobs in Naperville, IL

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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Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (Air Traffic Manager)

  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Summary Serves as an Air Traffic Manager of an ATC-12 level TRACON facility and is responsible for planning and directing all activities at the facility. Help Overview Accepting applications Open...

Bilingual Transportation Specialist - JOR

  • Naperville, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 5 days ago

Bilingual Transportation Specialist - JOR Company: National Youth Advocate Program Location: Naperville, IL Date Posted: 3/6/25, 2:22 AM Working At NYAP NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Bolingbrook, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Flexible work schedules, including night & weekends Education and Experience 3-5 years of successful Supply Chain Operations, Systems & Driver Management experience Ability to effectively communicate...

Dispatch Coordinator - Glendale Heights

  • Glendale Heights, IL (7 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (7 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 7 days ago

The Dispatch Coordinator will maintain the daily schedules of Service Technicians and handle incoming service calls. You will dispatch Techs, always keep the customer database up to date and keep...

Transportation Planner/Scheduler, Cooper Lighting

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Schedule pick-ups and create bill of lading. Plan and schedule international shipments. Interface with customer service to ensure a high level of customer service and satisfaction....

Operations Coordinator - R28269-4894

  • Aurora, IL (6 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (6 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Maintain accurate system and physical inventory balances within the internal Warehouse Management System making adjustments to ensure ongoing accuracy....

Rail Operations Coordinator

  • Lombard, IL (9 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (9 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Job Title: Rail Coordinator Location: Lombard, IL. This position will follow a hybrid work-from-home/office model with at least three days in the office weekly Role Summary: Coordinates rail cargo...

Logistics Load Planner, Consolidation

  • Naperville, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 14 days ago

Why Work for KeHE? Full-time Pay Range: $57,708.00/Yr. - $84,563.00/Yr. Shift Days:, Shift Time: Benefits on Day 1 Health/Rx Dental Vision Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)...

Logistics Load Planner

  • Naperville, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 14 days ago

Why Work for KeHE? Full-time Pay Range: $57,708.00/Yr. - $84,563.00/Yr. Shift Days:, Shift Time: Benefits on Day 1 Health/Rx Dental Vision Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)...

Freight Coordinator

  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 14 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...

Transportation Planner/Scheduler, Cooper Lighting Solutions

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Schedule pick-ups and create bill of lading. Plan and schedule international shipments. Interface with customer service to ensure a high level of customer service and satisfaction....

Truckload Operations Coordinator/Carrier Sales

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (11 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (11 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Description Position at Matson Logistics, Inc About Us Matson Logistics is a leading provider of multimodal transportation, warehousing, and distribution services throughout North America. Known...

Operations Coordinator I

  • Willow Springs, IL (13 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Willow Springs, IL (13 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

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Senior NEPA Specialist - Transportation Infrastructure

  • St Charles, IL (13 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • St Charles, IL (13 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

The Opportunity RS&H is currently seeking a Senior NEPA Specialist for our Infrastructure Practice in Illinois! This individual will be part of the Transportation Development Service Group...

Transportation Coordinators

  • Westchester, IL (13 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westchester, IL (13 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Aston Carter Transportation Coordinators in Westchester , Illinois Our client is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to join their corporate headquarters in Westchester, IL. The Transportation...

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Transportation Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Certified Forecaster and Demand Planner (CFDP)
ISCEAs Certified Forecaster and Demand Planners (CFDP) are capable to develop demand plans that adapt to todays rapidly changing business environment while remaining aligned to the companys...
Introduction to air transportation and aviation management
Learn the fundamentals of air transportation and aviation management. Aviation is essential for global business as it supports worldwide travelling and cargo transportation. Before COVID-19, the...
Transportation Systems
Approaching transportation as a complex, large-scale, integrated, open system (CLIOS), this course strives to be an interdisciplinary systems subject in the "open" sense. It introduces qualitative...

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Salary for Transportation Planner Jobs in Naperville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Planners in Naperville, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.4%
High School or GED
20.4%
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 Naperville, IL
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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