• CPU Transportation Planner

    Pactiv Evergreen (Lake Forest, IL)


    Overview

    **Pactiv Evergreen** is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com .

    **Pactiv Evergreen** is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email [email protected].

     

    All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

     

    Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

    Responsibilities

    SUMMARY:

    The Transportation Planner, CPU is a key part of the Novolex Supply Chain organization. In this role you will manage the transportation execution of one or multiple shipping locations in our network. This will require an individual who is a self-starter, thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a “business owner” mentality. This is an opportunity to get in on the ground floor of our Transportation Center of Excellence! Come join a dynamic team and set the bar for excellence!

    Job Description

    + Build and maintain both customer and carrier relationships to support the business.

    + Facilitate and manage pick-up requests from carriers via Appointment Manager system (FourKites).

    + Hold carriers accountable for on-time pick-up and maintaining trailer pools to execute drop appointments.

    + Monitor live loading activity and drive conversations with Customer Service/Sales to reinforce drop policy.

    + Work directly with regional operations liaison(s) on any programs to support the business.

    + Partner and collaborate with other supply chain functions (Customer Service, Operations, Supply Chain Planning, etc.) on continuous improvement opportunities.

    + Work with regional operations liaison(s) to ensure efficient and timely execution of loads.

    + Cross-train and provide coverage for Transportation Planners on Capacity and Services teams.

    + Be part of a fun and dynamic team that likes to win!

    Qualifications

    Requirements

    + High school diploma or equivalent and 3+ years of logistics/customer service experience

    + Knowledge of the transportation industry

    + Ability to multi-task and operate in a fast-paced environment

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

    + Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

    + Ability to work comfortably in a collaborative team environment

    + A “can do” attitude and the drive to back it up

    Preferred

    + BA/BS in Logistics or Business

    + Knowledge of SAP

    + Experience with Transportation Management System applications (BlueYonder/JDA preferred)

    + Experience with transportation visibility software (FourKites preferred)

    + Experience with on-line dock/appointment scheduling software

    + Previous experience with Tableau

    **Job Locations** _US-IL-Lake Forest_

    **ID** _2025-28673_

    **Category** _Supply Chain_

    **Position Type** _Full Time_

    **Pay Type** _Salaried_