Transportation Coordinator

At Sylvamo, we're a team on a mission. Joining us, you'll be helping to sustain forests and renew ecosystems, while delivering on the promise of paper to educate, communicate and entertain the world. Come grow with us! **Eastover Truckload Transportation Planner I / PG Range 4-5** **Location: Eastover Mill** **Reports To:** Product Flow Manager **Position Summary** The Truckload Transportation Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, and optimizing truckload transportation activity in support of manufacturing and distribution operations. This role focuses heavily on **vehicle scheduling** , **live load and pool point management** , and **capacity optimization** to ensure on‑time service, cost efficiency, and safe operations. The planner acts as a critical link between production, shipping, carriers, and yard operations to execute daily transportation plans aligned with business priorities. **Key Responsibilities** **Transportation Planning & Scheduling** + Develop and execute **daily and weekly truckload transportation plans** to support outbound and inbound material flows. + Schedule **live load, drop‑and‑hook, and pool point shipments** to maximize asset utilization and minimize detention, dwell, and re‑handling. + Sequence shipments based on **production release timing, customer delivery requirements, and carrier availability** . + Proactively adjust schedules in response to production changes, weather, carrier constraints, or yard congestion. **Live Load & Pool Load Optimization** + Manage **live load scheduling windows** to balance dock capacity, labor availability, and carrier turn times. + Optimize **pool distribution strategies** , including load consolidation, relay points, and carrier assignment. + Monitor pool inventory positions and replenishment timing to ensure service continuity and cost effectiveness. + Analyze live vs. pool load tradeoffs to improve transportation efficiency and total delivered cost. **Carrier & Yard Coordination** + Communicate shipment requirements, schedules, and changes clearly with internal teams, carriers, and yard operations. + Ensure proper equipment positioning and cycle times for trailers and tractors. + Identify and resolve service failures, delays, or accessorial risks in real time. + Support carrier performance management through adherence to routing guides and contractual terms. **Systems, Data & Continuous Improvement** + Utilize Transportation Management Systems (TMS), appointment scheduling tools, and yard management systems to plan and execute loads. + **Proactively diagnose gaps in PPR Vehicle scheduling system, communicate these gaps to team responsible for future TIPS MES system.** + Track and analyze key transportation metrics such as **on‑time pickup/delivery, detention, dwell time, equipment utilization, and cost per load** . + Identify opportunities to improve scheduling logic, delivery patterns, or pool strategies. + Support continuous improvement initiatives and standard work development related to transportation planning. **Qualifications** **Required** + Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or related field **or** equivalent transportation planning experience. + 2-5 years of experience in **truckload transportation planning** , logistics, or manufacturing distribution preferred. + Strong understanding of **live load operations, pool distribution models, and carrier scheduling** . + Proficiency with TMS platforms, spreadsheets, and scheduling tools. + Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven manufacturing environment. + Strong problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills. + Strong Interpersonal Skills and Emotional Intelligence **Preferred** + Experience supporting **industrial or heavy manufacturing operations** . + Familiarity with yard management and dock scheduling systems. + Knowledge of DOT regulations and common truckload accessorial. + Lean or continuous improvement exposure (Kaizen, standard work, root cause analysis) + Strong data analysis and analytical skills + Lean Management Training / Certification **Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)** + On‑time pickup and delivery performance + Live load turn time and detention reduction + Pool inventory accuracy and service levels + Cost per load / cost per mile + Equipment utilization and cycle time + Schedule adherence and execution reliability **Working Conditions** + Office‑based role with frequent interaction with operations, shipping docks, and yard personnel. + May require extended hours during peak production periods or service disruptions. Sylvamo partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Sylvamo is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off and paid holidays per year. The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Sylvamo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. **Job Details** **Job Family** **Supply & Logistics** **Job Function** **Transportation** **Pay Type** **Salary**

Created: 2026-04-13