Laurie Seibel
About Laurie Seibel
Laurie Seibel is a Transportation Planner at Stepan Company in Northfield, Illinois, where she has worked since 2005. She focuses on maintaining low-cost objectives in shipment planning and collaborates with various departments to ensure efficient processes.
Work at Stepan Company
Laurie Seibel has been employed at Stepan Company as a Transportation Planner since 2005. In this role, she focuses on maintaining low-cost objectives while planning loads. She is responsible for communicating all tendered shipments to the distribution center for picking and staging. Her work involves collaboration with the Customer Service Department, 3PL warehouse staff, and freight carriers to ensure efficient shipment processes. Seibel utilizes a Transportation Management System (TMS) to optimize Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipments and works with TMS team members to implement and develop best practices for the system.
Previous Experience at Baker & Taylor
Before joining Stepan Company, Laurie Seibel worked at Baker & Taylor from 1988 to 1999. During her 11 years there, she held various positions including Supervisor and Lead Clerk in Charlotte, North Carolina. Her experience at Baker & Taylor provided her with foundational skills in logistics and transportation management.
Transportation Planning Expertise
Laurie Seibel specializes in transportation planning with a focus on cost efficiency. Her expertise includes the use of Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to streamline shipment processes. Seibel's role requires effective communication and collaboration with multiple stakeholders to ensure that shipments are handled efficiently and meet organizational objectives.
Collaboration and Communication Skills
In her role as a Transportation Planner, Laurie Seibel emphasizes collaboration and communication. She works closely with the Customer Service Department, 3PL warehouse staff, and freight carriers. This collaboration is essential for ensuring that all tendered shipments are processed effectively, contributing to the overall efficiency of the supply chain.