Transportation Planner Jobs in New York

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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Transportation Specialist

  • Greece, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Greece, NY
  • 6 hours ago

Transportation Specialist Department: Transportation / Warehouse Reports to: Department Manager Location: Rochester Full-Time: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pay Schedule: Weekly Pay...

AOT Transport Specialist

  • New York City, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 1 day ago

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. Division/Program Summary: The Bureau of Mental Health's...

Remote Work

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Transportation Specialist

  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 1 day ago

Transportation Specialist Department: Transportation / Warehouse Reports to: Department Manager Location: Buffalo Full-Time: Monday - Friday Pay Schedule: Weekly Pay Non-Exempt: Compensation...

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver (Part-Time)

  • Melville, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 2 days ago

Category Transportation and Logistics Location Melville, New York Job function Operations Job family Logistics/Couriers Shift Day Employee type Regular Part-Time Work mode On-site Medical...

AOT Transport Specialist

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. Division/Program Summary: The Bureau of Mental Health's...

Remote Work

Area Dispatch Manager - Night Shift

  • Bronx, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Bronx, NY
  • 2 days ago

A waste management company based out of New Jersey is looking for an Area Dispatch Manager to join their team for the New York City market. This market includes Brooklyn, the Bronx and Jersey City...

Transportation Coordinator

  • Watertown, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Watertown, NY
  • 3 days ago

Barrett Paving Materials Inc. is a leader in heavy civil construction, specializing in aggregate production, asphalt plants, paving services, and road construction. With our people-first culture,...

Electric Distribution Planner I

  • Albany, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 4 days ago

WHY CHA? Finding a better way. At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions....

Operations Coordinator - Circulation

  • Horseheads, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Horseheads, NY
  • 4 days ago

Operations Coordinator Part-Time Horseheads, New York $15.50 P/H The Operations Coordinator provides general support for the circulation department by handling many of the department’s day to day...

Dispatch Coordinator

  • Wilton, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilton, NY
  • 5 days ago

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

BOB- Transportation Specialist III

  • New York City, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 5 days ago

Civil Service Title- Transportation Specialist III IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST, OR BE REACHABLE ON...

Lead Transportation Specialist MHB

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 5 days ago

Facility: Mercy Hospital of Buffalo Shift: Shift 2 Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000 Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No Work Schedule: Days and Evenings Hours: varies...

BOB- Transportation Specialist III

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

BOB- Transportation Specialist III 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 390 Kent Avenue, New York, NY 11249 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Posted On: 04/12/2025 Full-Time Location NYC-ALL BOROS Exam May Be...

Youth Support Specialist (Transport)

  • Rush, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Rush, NY
  • 8 days ago

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Demographic Data for New York

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Salary for Transportation Planner Jobs in New York

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 New York 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 New York
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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