Export Freight Planner

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Are you ready to take charge of global logistics at Smithfield Foods? As an Export Freight Planner, you will be responsible for scheduling, routing, and tracking chilled export shipments—ensuring our products reach international customers efficiently and cost-effectively. This role is central to managing transportation decisions, optimizing load planning, and supporting customer service teams with accurate inventory and appointment coordination. You will collaborate with production plants, freight forwarders, and loading facilities to maintain system accuracy, resolve issues, and drive down transportation costs. Your work will directly impact export volume, delivery timelines, and customer satisfaction. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment, this is your opportunity to make a global impact. WHAT YOU’LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Production & Scheduling Develop and manage production schedules based on international customer orders. Prioritize chilled export items to meet delivery timelines and customer expectations. Coordinate with production plants to align output with export demand. Transportation & Load Planning Determine transportation methods based on cost, weight, order volume, and destination. Make strategic loading decisions to minimize transportation costs. Track and monitor shipments weekly, including weekends, to ensure timely delivery. Coordination & System Management Schedule loading appointments at container facilities, selecting cost-effective options. Maintain accuracy in the Load Management System (LMS) and troubleshoot freight forwarder website issues. Support customer service and claims teams with product availability and export-related inquiries. WHAT WE’RE SEEKING: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years’ relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Strong oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint). Strong decision making and problem solving skills. Previous SAP experience, a plus. May be required to travel on rare/occasional instances. Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment. Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear. Relocation Package Available No EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595. At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent. For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children. Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner. Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. 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