Transportation Planner Jobs in Missouri

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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Railyard Train Coordinator - Load Planner

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 hours ago

Overview ConGlobal is hiring immediately for a key position within our global supply chain. No experience necessary, we offer paid training, great benefits, competitive pay and opportunities for...

Schedule Dispatch Coordinator I - REMOTE

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago

National Dispatch Center (NDC) Schedule Dispatch Coordinator (Remote) What you will do: The NDC Schedule Dispatch Coordinator (SDC) is responsible for performing service dispatch and supporting...

Academic Affairs Operations Coordinator

  • Fulton, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Fulton, MO
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description At Westminster College, we believe in immersive and enriching experiences that inspire creative thinking and problem solving. We believe in creating opportunities...

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Specialty

  • Columbia, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 2 days ago

Overview Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Specialty - Columbia, MO - Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 8:00AM-5:00PM We will provide you a career with a leader in the healthcare industry, by...

Freight Coordinator

  • Springfield, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 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...

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver

  • Maryland Heights, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO
  • 6 days ago

Overview Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Maryland Heights, MO - Monday-Friday 3:00pm-11:30pm We will provide you a career with a leader in the healthcare industry, by offering a wide variety...

Overnight Dispatch Coordinator

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 8 days ago

Properly use the Ruan transportation management systems to ensure all required operational data is accurately captured in a near real-time manner....

Distribution Operations Coordinator

  • Sullivan, MO
  • 13 days ago
  • Sullivan, MO
  • 13 days ago

Additional Information About the Role Missouri Baptist- Sullivan is seeking a Distribution Operations Coordinator to join our award winning team! Hours- Monday 6:30 AM-3 PM, Tuesday-Friday 7...

Transportation Specialist

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 14 days ago

As a result of growth in our U.S. operations, we have established a U.S. Country Office in St. Louis, Missouri to provide leadership and support to our operating facilities and employees across...

Dispatch Coordinator - Kansas City

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 23 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 23 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...

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Advanced

  • Maryland Heights, MO
  • 23 days ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO
  • 23 days ago

Overview Medical Transport Specialist / Driver Advanced - Maryland Heights, MO - Full Time Float/Coverage Courier Variable Hours Must be available for any route/schedule Monday-Sunday We will...

Transportation Specialist

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 23 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 23 days ago

Vi-Jon Holding Transportation Specialist in Saint Louis , Missouri Summary: The Specialist Transportation will be a member of a team responsible for planning and executing shipments daily across...

LAB Operations Coordinator-Secret

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 25 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 25 days ago

An employer is looking to add a Lab Operations Coordinator to their team in St. Louis, MO. This person will be a part of the lab operations team and will be responsible for managing and supporting...

Transportation Coordinator/Driver

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 26 days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 26 days ago

Transportation Coordinator/Driver Life Care Center of Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau, MO Employment Status: Part-Time Pay Interval: Hourly Shift: Day Position Summary The Transportation...

Cannabis Residential Transportation Specialist

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Cannabis Residential Transportation Specialist New Growth Horizon LLC St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time From $18 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Health insurance...

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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 Missouri

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Transportation Planners in Missouri 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 Missouri
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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