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We connect transportation, technology, and expertise across a broad network of services including 3PL and 4PL managed services, multimodal and intermodal transport, warehousing, trucking, Jones Act Ocean, and customs brokerage, ensuring goods move reliably, efficiently, and intelligently around the world.\nToday, Odyssey supports more than 6,000 customers globally, delivering scalable, data driven solutions across complex supply chains. What started with a single client has grown into a dynamic, evolving organization focused on performance, precision, and long term partnership. \n\nWhat Sets Us Apart:\nOur work is complex, fast moving, and highly collaborative. Success here requires people who think strategically, operate with urgency, and navigate across functions to solve real business challenges. We value individuals who take ownership, challenge the status quo, and turn insight into action.\nOur culture is grounded in five core values: Win Together, Innovate Boldly, Drive Results, Customer Centric, and Guide with Care. These are not just principles; they shape how we make decisions, partner with customers, and show up for each other.\nAt Odyssey, you are not just part of a company; you are part of building what comes next.\n\nThe Role: \nWork Model: Hybrid\nWork Schedule: Monday – Friday, standard business hours (average 40 hrs/week)\nTravel Requirements: No\nSupervisory Responsibilities: No \nReports to: Director, Operations \n*All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed.\n\nSummary / Primary Role:\nThe Logistics Planner serves as the front line for customer load planning. You will coordinate all orders to ship with the appropriate carrier base and at the least total delivered cost. The Logistics Planner demonstrates a continuous move mentality on all routings whenever possible to optimize the value proposition received from Odyssey by the customer and carrier. The Planner will concentrate on planning for maximum productivity and profitability by utilizing Logistics Support Specialists to assist with the administrative functionality required for shipments, including placement of orders, follow up, troubleshooting, scheduling appointments, and maintaining quality control and metrics. 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We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and evaluate every candidate based on the qualifications needed for the role, while also valuing the unique strengths, curiosity, and fresh thinking each person brings. Our commitment to inclusion helps fuel innovation and enables us to deliver smarter, more creative solutions for our customers. We are proud to be a workplace where everyone is treated with respect, given equal opportunity to succeed, and encouraged to contribute in meaningful ways. 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