Transportation Planner

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit 

Responsibilities

• Documentation Management: Prepare, process, and distribute daily shipment documentation for all inbound and outbound services, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and other requirements.
• Team Collaboration: Work in a team environment, communicating with contractors, tenants, operating areas, and core team members to complete job duties.
• Responsibilities may vary depending on assignment location (rail or trucks):
  Trucks: Create and process inbound/outbound paperwork for all deliveries. Coordinate with Logistics to ensure deliveries are met. Responsible for accurate weight entry for multiple departments, coordination of plant moves, and ensuring all deliveries comply with DOT regulations.
  Rail: Assign railcars to meet both internal and external customer needs while maximizing the utilization of the Texas Operations (TXO)-based railcar fleet. Prepare daily switch lists for in-plant railcar movements and outbound shipments.
• Work Schedule: Work rotating eight- and ten-hour shifts that cover seven days a week, including occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn
• Excellent communication skills
• Initiative and effective `use of time and resources
• Ability to prioritize work, handle multiple assignments simultaneously, and meet deadlines
• Patient, pleasant, and service-oriented
• Team player willing to assist others during downtime
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Willingness to work rotating eight- and ten-hour schedules, including weekends and occasional overtime
• Respect for confidentiality of personal and sensitive information
• Punctuality, professionalism, and a safety mindset
  Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with SAP
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.

Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.