Scheduling and Logistics Specialist

OPENLANE • Carmel, IN

1d • Remote

About The Position

At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. What We Offer: Competitive pay Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US) Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful advancement We’re Looking For: We are seeking a Scheduling and Logistics Specialist with experience in utilizing routing software and optimizing operational efficiency. You will be part of the Operations team responsible for establishing daily Inspector schedules and ensuring exceptional customer service. In this role, you will be involved in leveraging software and business intelligence tools to maximize operational efficiency. Additionally, you will need to effectively manage your workload and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in logistics and a proven track record in utilizing tools and technologies. You Are: Organized. You have a meticulous approach to tasks and excellent time management skills. Proactive. You possess a self-starting mindset and can work independently with minimal supervision. Tech-savvy. You can utilize and navigate various software and technological tools effectively. You Will: Compile and interpret analytical data, making independent decisions on workload and resource allocation. Collaborate with management to determine business needs and system requirements. Plan, direct, and manage routing activities within specified constraints (time, cost, resources, and quality) in coordination with management. Use route optimization software in collaboration with the Dispatch team to optimize routes, implement efficiencies, and communicate changes to Managers and Inspectors. Apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills when making decisions that impact the entire company. Conduct periodic reviews of Data Management and route structure, performing optimization efforts as necessary. Resolve complaints in a friendly and courteous manner, escalating serious complaints or incidents when necessary. Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbents in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instruction or duties requested by an authorized person. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. OPENLANE makes wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. Our end-to-end platform serves the remarketing needs of the world’s largest OEMs, dealers, fleet operators, rental companies and financial institutions. We’re a technology company delivering next generation tools to accelerate and simplify remarketing. We’re an analytics company leveraging data to inform and empower our customers with clear, actionable insights. And we’re an auction company powering the world’s most advanced digital used vehicle marketplaces. In 2021, OPENLANE sold nearly 2.6 million vehicles valued at over $40 billion through our auctions and generated approximately $2.3 billion in revenue. Our integrated digital marketplaces and vehicle logistics centers reduce risk, improve transparency and streamline the experience for customers in about 75 countries. OPENLANE continues to make investments in innovation, strategic acquisitions and integrations to better serve our customers. Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, OPENLANE has about 5,000 employees and maintains business units across North America, Europe, the Philippines and Uruguay. Together, the OPENLANE brands provide a complete remarketing solution for our customers. California Residents: Click here to learn more about the personal information we collect in the application process. Also, click here for how we adhere to the California Fair Chance Act. Canadian Residents: Click here to learn more about how we adhere to the provincial Human Rights Codes and any accessibility and/or disability legislation" OPENLANE is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in routing and logistics.
• Experience with Google suite products.
• Comfortability with technology and working in a remote environment.
• Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the automotive industry.
• Geographical knowledge of the given routing area/territory.

Responsibilities

• Compile and interpret analytical data, making independent decisions on workload and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with management to determine business needs and system requirements.
• Plan, direct, and manage routing activities within specified constraints (time, cost, resources, and quality) in coordination with management.
• Use route optimization software in collaboration with the Dispatch team to optimize routes, implement efficiencies, and communicate changes to Managers and Inspectors.
• Apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills when making decisions that impact the entire company.
• Conduct periodic reviews of Data Management and route structure, performing optimization efforts as necessary.
• Resolve complaints in a friendly and courteous manner, escalating serious complaints or incidents when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US)
• Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match
• Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization
• Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level