Network Planning Specialist

Job Description

Job Responsibilities :

• Route Planning & Optimization :
• Responsible for designing and optimizing logistics routes in the U.S., including first-mile, middle-mile, and last-mile transportation. Plan efficient routing based on shipment volume, cost factors (fuel, tolls, vehicle usage), and timeliness to reduce transportation cost and improve reliability and accuracy.
• Shift & Resource Planning :
• Plan transportation schedules and vehicle allocation based on order volume peaks (e.g., holidays, promotions) to ensure adequate capacity and efficient resource utilization. Monitor shift operations and make real-time adjustments as needed.
• Transportation Vendor Coordination :
• Coordinate with third-party transportation vendors, establish supplier evaluation metrics, negotiate contracts and rates, and optimize vendor performance and structure.
• Data Analysis & Reporting :
• Monitor transportation KPIs (e.g., on-time rate, cost per km, vehicle utilization). Produce regular performance reports, identify optimization opportunities, and support decision-making with data-driven insights.

Qualifications :