Logistics Planner

Your Job

Koch Fertilizer is seeking a Logistics Planner to support our North American business.

This role is responsible for coordinating transportation activities, managing inventory positions, optimizing freight, and ensuring timely, cost-effective product movement while delivering exceptional customer service.

Our Team

This role will report to a Koch Fertilizer Planning Manager and will be based in Wichita, KS.

We anticipate travel to be up to 25% and after-hours support is expected during busy seasonal times.

What You Will Do


* Coordinate customer shipments from Koch and third-party facilities via truck, rail, and barge


* Monitor inventory positions and proactively identify risks and optimization opportunities


* Manage freight execution, equipment utilization, and carrier performance


* Build strong relationships as primary point of contact with customers, carriers, terminals, and internal partners


* Support business strategies and continuous improvement initiatives

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* 2+ years of professional work experience OR 1+ year of experience in logistics


* Experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel for reporting and data analysis


* Willing and able to travel up to 25%


* Willing and able to provide after-hours support as needed during busy, seasonal times.

What Will Put You Ahead


* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Agriculture, Engineering, or a related field


* Experience in logistics, transportation, supply chain, agriculture, fertilizer, grain, or chemical industries


* Analytical mindset with a focus on process improvement and value creation


* Experience using analytical tools to drive operational improvements


* Effective collaboration across teams, locations, and capabilities

This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

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