Transportation Planner
Company: Allied Tube and Conduit Corporation
Location: Harvey
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Transportation Planner Who we
are: Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers,
suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better
together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering
and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing
and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of
electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions. Who we are looking
for: Our Allied Tube and Conduit business is looking for a
Transportation Planner that will be based out of Harvey, IL.
Reporting to the Transportation Manager, this person will be
responsible for scheduling shipments, maintaining positive
relationships with carriers, and working with key stakeholders to
ensure customer satisfaction. What you’ll do: Plan and schedule
inbound and outbound shipments to ensure on-time delivery of
products to our customers while maximizing distribution center
efficiencies, controlling transportation costs, and providing
best-in-class service to customers. Foster and maintain good
working relationships with carriers. Work closely with Customer
Service, Demand Planning, and Distribution Center Operations
regarding customer related inquiries. Work with dedicated fleet to
ensure optimization. Work to improve co-loads of multiple product
lines to the same customer in a single shipment. Other duties as
assigned by the Traffic Manager. What you’ll bring: High School
Diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college
or university highly desired. Minimum of one year experience
working in distribution center operations, transportation,
inventory, or demand planning. Strong computer skills including
Microsoft Office applications. Excellent verbal, written and
interpersonal communication skills. Strong organizational,
analytical and problem-solving skills. High degree of accuracy and
attention to detail. Able to prioritize multiple tasks, strong time
management skills and perform at a high level in a fast-paced
environment. Experience working with JDE in lean manufacturing or
business system-based company is a plus. Must be a self-starter and
highly motivated individual. Comfortable working in a team-based
environment. Supervisory experience preferred, but not required.
Within 3 months, you’ll: Complete your Atkore immersion program.
Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore’s strategy. Gain
an understanding of the training materials and procedures your team
owns. Within 6-months, you’ll: Identify ways to strengthen the
team’s commitment to Atkore’s core values of Accountability,
Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence. Update training
materials and procedures. Develop working relationships with
carriers. Within 12-months, you’ll: Create and update reports,
training materials and documentation. Be able to resolve any issues
quickly. Maximize distribution center efficiencies. Atkore is a
three-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a two-time
Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an
engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our
team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being
standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission,
strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core
values. Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the
current pay for this position is $X to $X. Placement in the range
depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific
competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications,
relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel
requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change
over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to,
overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and
other incentives. Benefits available include: Medical, vision, and
dental insurance Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability
insurance 401k Paid Time Off Paid holidays Any leave required under
federal, state, or local law Benefits are subject to vesting and
eligibility requirements. Applications are being accepted on an
ongoing basis.
Keywords: Allied Tube and Conduit Corporation, Hammond , Transportation Planner, Logistics, Transportation & Drivers , Harvey, Indiana
