**JOB SUMMARY** The Logistics Planner is responsible for managing, analyzing, and growing all aspects of SYGMA’s logistical income via the SYSCO TMS Manhattan freight program. **RESPONSIBILITIES** + Serve as the focal point of contact between SYSCO’s National Inbound Transportation Center (NITC) and SYGMA inventory control around Logistical arranged freight + Serve as the focal point of lane analysis activities which include lane activations, SYSCO/SYGMA load shares and customer requested freight Request for Proposal (RFP) + Oversee all managed TMS shipments and communicate time-sensitive information to the appropriate business partners + Update internal TMS system with accurate information around each shipment which includes estimated revenue, cost, and margin + Select the best mode of transportation on all lanes to generate incremental Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) + Develop and maintain all Logistic Lane Profiles and records + Work with SYSCO carrier management to procure better carrier rates on logistical freight lanes under the targeted margin thresholds + Work with SYSCO carrier management to obtain pricing on new lanes identified as Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) opportunities + Provide reporting on Key Monthly Metrics (Freight Revenue Managed, Expenses, Profits, etc) in the aggregate + Proactively analyze and identify all negative accruing freight and work with the appropriate business channels to correct these issues + Continually analyze all inbound freight for new freight savings and optimization opportunities + Complete projects as assigned by the Manager, Logistics **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education:** High School Diploma or GED is required Four-year degree desired, with a specialization in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management and Logistics or related field preferred **Experience:** With HS diploma or GED, 5 to 7 years’ experience in the logistics field is required **Skills** + Excellent oral and written communication skills + Ability to communicate effectively with employees and outside business contacts + Strong analytical ability + Ability to interpret data and to see profit opportunities + Strong PC skills, especially Microsoft Office: Word, Excel **Physical Demands:** Work is sedentary in nature **Mental/Visual Demands:** + Must be able to read at distances close to the eyes, with or without correction + A substantial part of the day is spent on key entry **Working Conditions:** Most of the day is spent in a comfortable office environment **Equipment Operated:** None **License or Certification:** None AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.