Transportation Planner-onsite Role In Sacramento at Aston Carter

Sacramento, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Aug, 26

Salary

40.86

Posted On

03 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SAP TM, Supply Chain Planning, Freight Forwarding, Ocean Freight, Data Analysis, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, Excel, Pivot Tables, Oracle, LTL Shipping, Forecasting, Stakeholder Management, Import/Export, KPI Management

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Job Title: Transportation Planner-Import/Export Job Description We are seeking a Transportation Planner-Import/Export to join our Supply Chain team. In this role, you will support international sales and freight teams to improve speed to market, reduce transportation costs, and continuously improve processes with our international transportation providers. You will manage performance of providers against KPI’s by identifying process deviations leading to delays in inventory receipt in North American and International DC’s and warehouses. By leveraging data from business intelligence tools and carrier portals, you will ensure transparency and accuracy of milestones presented by and to freight forwarder partners. Responsibilities Use SAP TM to request, monitor, and schedule shipments. Track shipments. Dissect forecasting on a lane level into all markets, and communicate with providers. Ensure execution of freight forwarders against committed performance KPI’s. Manage container optimization and shipment size thresholds. Request, review, and approve spot rate quotes. Calculate freight costs. Action and record shipment level deviations, analyze root causes, and ensure corrective actions are implemented and executed consistently. Monitor market developments and understand their impacts on the supply chain. Essential Skills Minimum of 3 years' experience with an Importer or Freight forwarder in a similar role. Ability to translate data into clear action items and insights. Highly organized and structured. Process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset. Experience with SAP or similar reporting/ERP tools. Market knowledge focusing on Ocean freight. Excellent Excel skills, including pivot tables. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment prone to change. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence stakeholders. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in export, data entry, inventory management, and supply chain planning. Familiarity with Oracle and production planning. Knowledge of LTL shipping, BOL, replenishment, inventory planning, schedule planning, and forecasting. Work Environment The work schedule is Monday to Friday, with hours from 8 AM to 5 PM. Employees work on-site from Monday to Thursday and remotely on Friday. The dress code is business casual. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.86 - $40.86/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Sacramento,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

Responsibilities

The Transportation Planner will manage international freight operations, monitor carrier performance against KPIs, and optimize container shipments. They are responsible for analyzing shipment deviations, calculating freight costs, and ensuring accurate inventory receipt across global warehouses.