Scheduling Leader

NiSource•Angola, IN

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Scheduling Leader directs and prioritizes the scheduling of work and allocation of all resources to ensure timely and reliable service to customers in accordance with the corporate business plans. An individual scheduler will be responsible for optimizing personnel and other resources for a significant portion.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
1-3 years' experience in Distribution Operations or equivalent work experience
Demonstrated leadership skills
Demonstrated Project Management skills (analytical and organizational)
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to quickly assess and make sound decisions
Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications, including Salesforce and SAP or similar enterprise systems.
Ability to gather and analyze data to make informed decisions
Good communication skills, both oral and written
Basic understanding of the utility industry
Knowledge of safety and compliance requirements
Knowledge of budgeting, construction and maintenance practices and procedures
DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree
Associate's Degree from accredited institution

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, prioritization, and direction of work and resource allocation for a significant portion of the LDC's field operations, including labor, materials and equipment
Analyze and implement work load level and company/contractor decisions to enable effective resource allocation to ensure budgetary goals are met
Responsible for issue identification, tracking and resolution both internally and externally
Determine the impact and significance of obstacles/changes in execution of the work plan, prioritize and solve as appropriate
Responsible for work direction of clerical resources on an on-going project basis and actively participate in performance management process
Identify opportunities for improvement to procedures, processes and/or personnel based on data
Develop a proposed solution and partner with the appropriate manager/field leader to implement enhanced improvements
Partner with Planning, Operations, Engineering, Procurement, and material handling to anticipate requirements necessary to meet customer expectations and the business plan
Define and participate in the achievement of short and long-term corporate business objectives
Responsible for partnering with Engineering, Planners, and Field Leaders on work preparation as appropriate based upon financial implications, compliance issues and availability of resources
Collaborate with field leadership in the identification and resolution of productivity or performance issues of field resources
Identify, propose and support work management system improvement opportunities
Understand internal and external customer needs and ensure solutions are developed to address
Participate in storm support activities across all districts. Schedulers may be required to assist during storm events outside of normal business hours and report in person, regardless of hybrid work arrangements. Flexibility and responsiveness during emergency operations are essential.