Transportation Planner Jobs in Illinois

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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Transport Coordinator

  • IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • IL
  • 7 hours ago

Transport Coordinator We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Transport Coordinator to manage and oversee logistics operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating...

Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (Air Traffic Manager)

  • Elgin, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 12 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...

Transportation Specialist - Prairieland FS - Aubur

  • Auburn, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn, IL
  • 3 days ago

Accurately complete, store, and submit all necessary documentation, including bills of lading, delivery slips, and invoices, returning them to the branch location at the end of the day to ensure timely...

Career Opportunities: Coordinator Transportation (92864)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

management and/or transportation management preferred Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills What We Offer Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Skokie, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Skokie, IL
  • 4 days ago

Alltown Bus Service Job Description Summary: Transportation Coordinators are responsible for communicating route information to their drivers and ensuring they have the resources necessary to...

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 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 5 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...

Coordinator Transportation

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

management and/or transportation management preferred Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills What We Offer Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families...

Dispatch Coordinator - Glendale Heights

  • Glendale Heights, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL
  • 6 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 Specialist - Prairieland FS - Auburn, IL

  • Auburn, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Auburn, IL
  • 7 days ago

Accurately complete, store, and submit all necessary documentation, including bills of lading, delivery slips, and invoices, returning them to the branch location at the end of the day to ensure timely...

Transportation Planner 2

  • IL
  • 7 days ago
  • IL
  • 7 days ago

In the role of Transportation Planner 2, we'll count on you to: Provide transportation planning services for transit, highway, state agencies, cities and counties Take responsibility for corridor studies...

Transportation Planner/Scheduler, Cooper Lighting

  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 10 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
  • 10 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 10 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
  • 12 days ago
  • Lombard, 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...

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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 Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLogistics research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Transportation Planner positions.



Highest Education Level

Transportation Planners in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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