Fleet Dispatch & Operations Lead

Kenan Advantage Group; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenan Advantage Group in Green Bay, WI is seeking an experienced Dispatch Operations Supervisor to plan shipping operations, drive KPI attainment, and manage up to 75 drivers. You will coordinate with dispatchers, fleet managers and Scheduling Team Leaders to optimize payload, on-time deliveries and safety.

This role requires a high school diploma, logistics dispatch experience, and strong communication; proficiency with Microsoft Office and logistics software is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; degree preferred.
• Previous logistics dispatch/scheduling experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft and logistics software.
• Ability to solve problems and work in high pressure situations, using independent judgement.
• Ability to work well in teams with staff and contractors from all departments.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability to change in a high-demand environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with dispatchers and fleet managers to plan and carry out shipping operations.
• Develop daily operating plan with emphasis on achieving department KPI's.
• Evaluate current operating plan and create future plans for payload, on-time deliveries, and loaded mile percentage.
• Collaborate daily with Scheduling Team Leader(s) on growth and improvement opportunities.
• Assess and adjust operating plans to maximize growth, efficiency and safety.
• Solicit new and existing customers for freight opportunities.
• Update sourcing and revise daily plan to ensure efficiency.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and facilitate efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with customers, drivers, dispatchers, and other departments.
• Manage day-to-day operations of up to 75 drivers.
• Coordinate maintenance issues with Terminal Managers and Lead Technicians.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Disptach/scheduling experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Logistics software

Job description

Kenan Advantage Group in Green Bay, WI is seeking an experienced Dispatch Operations Supervisor to plan shipping operations, drive KPI attainment, and manage up to 75 drivers. You will coordinate with dispatchers, fleet managers and Scheduling Team Leaders to optimize payload, on-time deliveries and safety.

This role requires a high school diploma, logistics dispatch experience, and strong communication; proficiency with Microsoft Office and logistics software is expected.