Transportation Planner

Transportation Planner

Tampa, FL, USA Req #45372

Friday, January 10, 2025

Who We Are:


* Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is a family-owned independent Coca-Cola bottler that is the third largest privately-held and the sixth largest independent Coca-Cola bottler in the United States.


* Coke Florida sells, markets, manufactures and distributes over 600 products of The Coca-Cola Company and other partner companies including Monster Beverage Corporation and BODYARMOR.


* In 2024, for the 3rd year in a row, Coke Florida was named as a US Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal.

This program recognizes outstanding U.S.

private companies and the achievements of their management teams in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture, and governance/financial performance.

What We Offer:
Eligible full time Coke Florida Associates can participate in our Total Rewards Program which includes:


* Total Wellness Programs including health, dental and vision plans


* 401K program with healthy company match


* Supplemental Life Insurance


* Three weeks of vacation pay, and 11 company paid holidays

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* Tuition reimbursement


* Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)


* Competitive compensation

Job Summary:
The Bottler Transportation Planner plays a critical role in coordinating and optimizing the transportation of bottled goods from production facilities to distribution centers, warehouses, and retailers.

This position ensures that transportation processes are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with company objectives, while meeting strict timelines and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Transportation Planning:



* Develop and execute transportation schedules to meet production and delivery deadlines.


* Optimize routes and modes of transport to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery.


* Coordinate with bottling facilities, carriers, and distribution centers.

Carrier Management:



* Negotiate and manage contracts with transportation service providers.


* Monitor carrier performance and resolve any service issues or delays.


* Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Inventory and Load Coordination:



* Plan and oversee the loading of trucks to maximize space and minimize costs.


* Monitor inventory levels at bottling plants and distribution centers to prevent stockouts or overages.

Data Analysis and Reporting:



* Analyze transportation costs, trends, and performance metrics.


* Generate reports on delivery times, freight costs, and efficiency improvements.


* Identify opportunities for cost savings and process enhancements.

Collaboration and Communication:



* Work closely with production, warehouse, and customer service teams to align transportation plans with business needs.


* Communicate proactively with stakeholders regarding delivery schedules a...