What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Spec-Scheduling - 12hr position at THE KENAN ADVANTAGE GROUP?
Position Summary
This position is responsible for executing a daily plan for movement of all freight within an assigned area.
Essential Functions
- Gather, monitor, and analyze inventories for forecasted customers
- Confirm accurate retain and runout times while maximizing payload and on-time performance by analyzing inventories and sales as information becomes available
- Evaluate and adjust current and future orders based on driver capacity and customer demands
- Coordinate with Asset Specialists to update known sourcing as changes occur and revise daily operating plan as necessary to ensure operational efficiency
- Communicate effectively with Load Planners, Scheduling Team Leaders, and external customers on service issues
- Solicit new and existing customers for freight opportunities
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent business experience; degree preferred
- Previous logistics dispatch/scheduling experience preferred
- Knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft and logistics application software
- Ability to solve problems and work in high pressure situations, using independent judgement and discretion
- Ability to work well in teams with staff and contractors from all departments
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Excellent personal skills and positive attitude
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Job description is subject to change. All employees of the Company are expected to:
- Promote positive work habits including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers.
- Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties.
- Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to customers.
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