Night-Shift Logistics Dispatcher & Inventory Planner

The Kenan Advantage Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kenan Advantage Group is seeking a Dispatch professional to execute daily freight plans across the Duluth, GA area. This role focuses on coordinating movement, tracking inventories, and ensuring on-time performance.

You will work with Load Planners, Scheduling Team Leaders, and customers, using Microsoft Office and logistics software. A high school diploma and prior dispatch experience are preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent business experience; degree preferred
• Previous logistics dispatch/scheduling experience preferred
• Knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft and logistics application software
• Ability to solve problems and work in high pressure situations, using independent judgement and discretion
• Ability to work well in teams with staff and contractors from all departments
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Excellent personal skills and positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Gather, monitor, and analyze inventories for forecasted customers
• Confirm accurate retain and runout times while maximizing payload and on-time performance by analyzing inventories and sales as information becomes available
• Evaluate and adjust current and future orders based on driver capacity and customer demands
• Coordinate with Asset Specialists to update known sourcing as changes occur and revise daily operating plan as necessary to ensure operational efficiency
• Communicate effectively with Load Planners, Scheduling Team Leaders, and external customers on service issues
• Solicit new and existing customers for freight opportunities

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent judgement

Education

High School diploma

Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Logistics software

Job description

The Kenan Advantage Group is seeking a Dispatch professional to execute daily freight plans across the Duluth, GA area. This role focuses on coordinating movement, tracking inventories, and ensuring on-time performance.

You will work with Load Planners, Scheduling Team Leaders, and customers, using Microsoft Office and logistics software. A high school diploma and prior dispatch experience are preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential.