Asset Specialist - 12hr
About The Position
The Asset Specialist streamlines all aspects of freight transportation, with a focus on reducing shipping time, expediting routes, and maximizing loads for different types of cargo. The role plans and coordinates transportation services, using professional judgment and discretion to improve operational efficiency and productivity. It also manages day-to-day operations for up to 75 drivers and coordinates maintenance needs with Terminal Managers and Lead Technicians. The position works closely with dispatchers, fleet managers, scheduling team leaders, customers, drivers, and other departments. It develops and adjusts operating plans to support department KPIs, payload, on-time deliveries, loaded-mile percentage, asset growth, efficiency, and safety. The role also identifies freight opportunities with new and existing customers and maintains a positive, effective work environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent business experience.
- Knowledge of and familiarity with Microsoft and logistics application software.
- Ability to solve problems and work in high-pressure situations using independent judgment and discretion.
- Ability to work well in teams with staff and contractors from all departments.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent personal skills and a positive attitude.
- Ability to work in a high-demand environment and adapt to change.
Nice To Haves
- A degree is preferred.
- Previous logistics dispatch or scheduling experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Partner with dispatchers and fleet managers to plan and carry out shipping operations.
- Develop daily operating plans focused on achieving established department KPIs.
- Evaluate current operating plans and create future plans focused on payload, on-time deliveries, and loaded-mile percentage.
- Collaborate daily with Scheduling Team Leaders on opportunities for growth and improvement for company assets.
- Assess and adjust current and future operating plans to maximize growth, efficiency, and safety.
- Solicit new and existing customers for freight opportunities.
- Update sourcing information as changes occur and revise daily operating plans to maintain operational efficiency.
- Communicate and act in ways that support an effective and successful work atmosphere and meet company demands and expectations.
- Communicate effectively with customers, drivers, dispatchers, and other departments to support smooth operations.
- Manage day-to-day operations of up to 75 drivers.
- Coordinate maintenance issues and needs with Terminal Managers and Lead Technicians.
- Promote effective and timely communication, teamwork, and respect for coworkers; provide constructive guidance to employees and third-party representatives; and contribute to high-quality customer products and services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
