Land O'Lakes
Intermediate Logistics Planner
Ames, IA
Jan 9, 2025
Full-time
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Intermediate Logistics Planner

TheIntermediate Logistics Plannerwill be responsible for the internal and external customer support for the company's truck transportation load scheduling and services function; responsible for maintenance of the company's truck freight economics activities including motor freight economics analysis and appropriate use and application of the truck freight rate database.

Responsibilities:

Transportation Functions

  • Ensure that the database of all current and historical truck freight rates by geographical region, by carrier and by equipment type is developed and maintained.
  • Obtain billing information from any new customer to ensure proper billing.
  • Develop, maintain and report on carrier scorecards increasing efficiencies and aligning with appropriate carriers.
  • Verify carriers being used have proper operating authority, insurance, W-9 and other documentation.
  • Manage rate negotiation with carriers and customers daily.
  • Oversee daily progress of all carriers and load completion.
  • Support the long-term and short-term goals of the department.
  • Solicit new business opportunities through networking, suppliers, customers, carriers and general research.
  • Communicate all potential business development opportunities to Manager, Truck Sales and Service.
  • Must become familiar with DOT hours of service rules and be knowledgeable on all HAZMAT regulations as well as customs and border crossing procedures into Canada.

Internal/External Collaboration

  • Work cross-functionally with internal departments to improve the customer, supplier and carrier experience, and identify/fix root causes
  • Communicate effectively and in a timely manner via phone, email, and any other means applicable.
  • Demonstrate the ability to accept a variety of duties ranging from special projects directed by the business unit, cross training with other Transportation Coordinators, and filling in during short absences of key position personnel.
  • Build and maintain relationships with sales staff, procurement, owner support and accounting teams

Process Management

  • Identify and implement process improvements that will enhance department and carrier productivity and effectiveness.
  • Ensure appropriate processes are in place, documented and communicated appropriately to stakeholders.

Education/Experience Required:

  • Bachelor's degree plus 3 years qualified experience and/or training in logistics, transportation, or Ag background
  • Experience with computer and office procedures.
  • Customer Relations and people/leadership background a plus

Salary: $69,040 - $103,560

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.


Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Neither Land O'Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.

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