Sr Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist

Application Deadline: April 3rd 2024 The Sr Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialists will facilitate and manage the transport of customer vehicles to and from Manheim auction sites and other areas in the region as assigned.
Day Shift - Monday -Friday (8am - 5pm CST) Role and Responsibilities • Serves as Logistics point of contact for a number of auction locations.
• Develops working relationships with BPO's, auction representatives, and carriers • Uses problem-solving skills to resolve customer issues, escalating difficult issues that arise.
• Prioritizes daily tasks and completes tasks in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with the various departments supporting the overall business / Logistics process.
• Communicates with various auction teams and stakeholders to ensure coordinated movement of vehicles through the auction process.
• Investigates and systemically resolves emerging issues, ensuring lessons learned drive future customer interaction.
• Notifies customer account representatives and relevant transporter of vehicle transportation issues.
Skills Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, BPO's and carriers Working knowledge of Microsoft Office as well as operational tools, i.
e.
IMT, Tru Tool, Pickup 22 Tool Excellent verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills Effective problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated Ability to work effectively across teams Continuous improvement mindset Willingness to work outside of assigned region; ability to work across all regions within the organization Administration: Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse carriers and teams with diverse personalities, during high pressure scenarios, within extremely tight deadlines Work effectively on multiple assignments, activities, and projects Develop and maintain key processes established by the business Ensure timely and effective problem resolution Maintain monthly scorecard and establish consistent cadence with carrier performance reviews Must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Salesforce experience a plus Qualifications : High School Diploma/GED and 5 years' experience in a related field.
OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 3 years' experience.
OR 7 years' experience in a related field Preferred: Strong organizational skills and demonstrated capacity to develop and implement practical strategies, plans, and solutions to identified issues and problems.
Track record of taking initiative in managing multiple priorities and working effectively under pressure when facing extremely short deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Good judgment, discretion, tact and the ability to work easily at all levels within the organization.
Ability to partner well with colleagues in a matrixed work environment.
Ability to work independently and to undertake responsibilities with minimal guidance.
Adapting approach and comfortable with ambiguity.
Must be adept at handling complex situations and businesses.
USD 19.
18 - 28.
80 per hour Compensation: Hourly base pay rate is $19.
18 - $28.
80/hour.
The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.
) and/or an incentive program.
Benefits: Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.
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