Operations Specialist Weekends; Dedicated

The Operations Specialist After hours position works Friday - Monday, either 8a - 7p or 7a - 6p. This nonexempt position is responsible for maintaining the after hours and weekend operations on behalf of the company by taking complete responsibility ensuring that all customer requirements are completely met.

• Complete accurate and timely scheduling and dispatching of trucks to ensure that the flow of product in and out meets customer demands.
• Negotiate with transportation providers to obtain the best rates and service.
• Monitor shipments from pickup through delivery so that accurate, up-to-date information can be provided regarding any shipment (track & trace)
• Provides constant communications of service issues to appropriate personnel and departments, both internal and external
• Update and maintain transportation management and operations system.
• Prioritizes tasks and workload to focus on issues that directly impact quality and service performance.
• Adheres to company standards on customer satisfaction, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Proactively identify problems and swiftly implement the appropriate solutions.
• Provide complex problem resolution and provides guidance to others.
• Utilize specialized industry and company computer systems and procedures, reference materials/documentation and personal industry knowledge to process client shipments.
• Maintains regular, timely, and consistent attendance at work.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Consistently demonstrate professional, respectful behavior to all.

• AS400 experience
• Proficient with computer and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent data entry/keyboard skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with carriers and drivers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to seek alternative solutions.
• Self-directed, displays initiative and can work independently.
• Organizational and time management skills
• Understands the basic concept of supply chain.
• Team player with proven ability to work under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent follow-up
• Excellent communications skills, both written and oral
• Attention to detail.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Bilingual a plus.