Transportation Planner

Transportation Planner

Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member's contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.

Under general supervision, responsible for ensuring products reach their destinations safely, securely, and on time. Manages regional transportation activities and executes carrier selection, freight optimization, compliance initiatives, and cost reduction programs within an assigned region.

Responsibilities

• Execute carrier and mode selection for Lennox shipments.
• Manage loss and damage claims.
• Coordinate Lennox private fleet routing activities.
• Manage regional freight compliance for all shipping locations within assigned region.
• Ensure transportation services meet required quality and service standards.
• Develop and implement processes that improve transportation efficiency and organization.
• Execute annual transportation cost reduction projects aligned with corporate objectives.
• Deliver regional freight savings initiatives with annual targets exceeding $100,000.
• Analyze transportation performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with distribution centers, carriers, procurement, and operations teams.
• Support transportation audits and compliance reviews.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant transportation or logistics experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Quality management and process improvement capabilities.
• Knowledge of TMS, SAP, and Excel.
• Transportation planning and analytical skills.
• Understanding of LTL, Truckload, and Intermodal transportation modes.

Compensation

This is a salaried exempt role. The starting salary range for this role and market is between $59,000 - $77,700 annually. Factors that may affect starting salary include geography/market and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the terms of the Company's applicable plan. Employees in this role are not eligible for overtime.

*Please note, depending on experience the salary may vary:

Transportation Planner I - $50,000 - $62,000

Transportation Planner II - $59,000 - $77,700

Transportation Planner III - $73,000 - $95,550

What We Offer

Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role: tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; short-term disability insurance; 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave; life and long-term disability insurance.

Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 12 days paid time off, 2 paid well-being days, 1 paid volunteer day, 12 paid holidays, and 3 floating holidays per year.

At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member's contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you'll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us!

Disclaimers: The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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