Logistics Planner

Job Overview Linde is seeking qualified applicants for our Logistics Planner role. The Logistics Planner must demonstrate initiative in handling issues, be self‑motivated, dependable, and work within a team environment. Primary Responsibilities You will be responsible for distribution planning, system planning, and the execution of these plans. You will manage bulk gas inventories at Linde customers; fully utilize the computer‑aided planning tools developed by Linde. Develop a schedule for the daily distribution of products to customers that ensures 100% supply reliability at the lowest possible cost. Notify management of any situations that may affect customer supply and seek appropriate action if additional resources are required. You will ensure that all deliveries comply with Linde's Quality Assurance program and all applicable regulatory programs. You will ensure that all planning supports Linde's safety goals. You will receive incoming telephone calls from customers and/or drivers and take appropriate actions in response. You will monitor incoming DriverChat messages from drivers and take appropriate actions in response. You will book drivers on tours, when applicable, in accordance with all contractual agreements and DOT regulations. You will review daily vehicle/driver resources to manage current demand. You will review scheduled outages, key customer demand and distribution resource status to adjust operational plans at the tactical level. You will interact with drivers and driver supervisors on logistics matters. Author Fleet Effectiveness reports. You will identify and modify inaccuracies in the data in Praxair's Advanced Logistics System (PALS) associated with customer, driver, and vehicle profiles and transactions. Qualifications 1-year work experience in a high-volume department. 2-year college degree OR equivalent combination of work/military service/education required. Must be willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift to start. Will have opportunity to move to 1st shift based on experience level (1–2 years estimate). Work experience with regular internal or external customer interaction preferred. Logistics or supply chain experience a plus but not required. Salary Paying $28.69/hr. Benefits Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law. Primary location: New York-TONAWANDA Schedule: Full‑time #J-18808-Ljbffr