Transportation Planner

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.Job Description:Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Transportation Planner to join our team! In this role you will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and optimizing the movement of personnel, equipment, and materials in support of customer missions.What You'll Be Doing:Ensuring that transportation activities are safe, compliant, efficient, and aligned with operational requirements for the U.S. Department of War (DoW), national security agencies, and international clientsAnalyze demand, selects carriers and modes, develops routing plans, and monitors execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives in complex and often austere environmentsDevelop and maintain transportation plans, routing solutions, and schedules for inbound, outbound, and intra-theater movements (air, sea, ground, rail)Coordinate daily and long-range transportation requirements with operations, warehousing, procurement, and program teamsConsolidate shipments and optimize loads to reduce cost and cycle time while meeting service-level requirementsMonitor transportation activities in real time, adjusting plans to address delays, disruptions, or changing mission prioritiesInterface with carriers, freight forwarders, and government transportation offices to confirm bookings, resolve issues, and ensure on-time deliveryTrack shipments using TMS/ERP and other visibility tools; provide status updates and exception reports to stakeholdersDevelop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and performance reports; recommend corrective actions and process enhancementsConduct route and mode optimization studies to support proposal efforts, cost reductions, and service improvementsIdentify transportation risks (security, schedule, regulatory, environmental) and support mitigation strategies and contingency plansServe as a transportation subject-matter resource for program managers, logistics leads, and customer representativesCommunicate clearly and proactively with internal and external stakeholders regarding requirements, constraints, and statusesUse Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP platforms, and logistics software to plan, tender, and track shipmentsWhat Required Skills You'll Bring:Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Business, or related field is required, Master’s degree is preferred.Equivalent military or industry experience may be consideredMinimum of 5 years of transportation planning, logistics, or supply chain experience; defense or government contracting experience requiredDemonstrated experience with multi-modal transportation (e.g., commercial air, military airlift, ocean, truckload/LTL, rail)Must have a current/active secret level or higher clearance as requiredU.S. citizenship may be required due to contract and security requirements.Willingness to work extended hours, shift work, or on-call support during surge or contingency operationsWillingness to travel domestically and internationally, including to austere or high-risk locations, as mission requirements dictateWhat Desired Skills You'll Bring:Experience supporting DoW/DoD, federal agencies, or large program operations (deployment, sustainment, base operations, or contingency support)Familiarity with defense logistics systems and processes (e.g., military air/sea movement, government bill of lading, freight routing guides)Background in planning transportation in austere, conflict, or remote environments.Strong understanding of transportation principles, carrier operations, and logistics network designWorking knowledge of applicable regulations and standards (e.g., DOT, IATA/ICAO, IMDG, ADR, HAZMAT/HAZDEC; ITAR/EAR for controlled items)Proficiency with TMS, ERP, and related logistics tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDA/Blue Yonder, MercuryGate, or similar)Advanced skills in Excel and data analysis; familiarity with visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is an assetAbility to interpret contracts, tariffs, routing guides, and service agreements.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple movements and priorities simultaneouslyEffective written and verbal communication; able to convey complex transportation plans to non-specialistsProblem-solving mindset with ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing mission requirementsAbility to work effectively in cross-functional and multi-cultural teams, including military, civilian, and international partnersA desire to contribute directly to mission-critical operations that support U.S. national security and international partnersAbility to work within a collaborative, fast-paced environment with opportunities to influence logistics strategy and innovationSecurity Clearance Requirement:An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to .SummaryLocation: US - HI, HonoluluType: Full time