Scheduling and Logistics Specialist (Remote, Tu-Sat 7AM - 4PM PST)

Openlane; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Openlane is seeking a Scheduling and Logistics Specialist for a remote role (Tue-Sat 7AM-4PM PST). You will optimize routing, manage Inspector schedules, and use analytics tools to improve efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in logistics, strong communication skills, and comfort with Google Suite and various software. This is a remote, US-based opportunity with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in routing and logistics.
• Experience with Google Suite; comfortable working in a remote environment.
• Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Compile and interpret analytical data to inform workload and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with management to determine business needs and system requirements.
• Plan and manage routing activities within time, cost, resources, and quality constraints.
• Use route optimization software with Dispatch to optimize routes and communicate changes.
• Apply problem-solving and critical thinking to decisions impacting the company.
• Periodically review data management and route structures for optimization.
• Resolve complaints in a friendly, professional manner.

Skills

Organized

Proactive

Tech-savvy

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Google Suite

Routing software

BI tools

Job description

## Scheduling and Logistics Specialist (Remote, Tu-Sat 7AM - 4PM PST)Apply: Remote: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-255033**Who We Are:** At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. **What We Offer:*** Competitive pay* Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US)* Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match* Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization* Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and meaningful advancement**This is a remote opportunity working the hours of Tues-Sat, 6 AM - 3PM PST** **Who We Are:**At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful.* **We’re a technology company** building the world’s most advanced—and uncomplicated—digital marketplace for used vehicles.* **We’re a data company** helping customers buy and sell smarter with clear, actionable insights they can understand and use.* **And we’re an innovation company** accelerating the future of wholesale remarketing through curiosity, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial spirit. **Our Values:****Driven Waybuilders.** We pursue challenges that inspire us to build, create, and innovate.**Relentless Curiosity.** We seek to understand and improve our customers’ experience.**Smart Risk-Taking.** We transform risk into progress through data, experience, and intuition.**Fearless Ownership.** We deliver what we promise and learn along the way. **What We Offer:*** Competitive pay* Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions (US) and FSA options (US)* Immediately vested 401K (US) or RRSP (Canada) with company match* Paid Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time* Paid maternity and paternity leave (US)* Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D (US)* Robust Employee Assistance Program* Employer paid Leap into Service Day to volunteer* Tuition Reimbursement for eligible programs* Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge across a publicly traded, global organization* Company culture of internal promotions, diverse career paths, and rapid advancement **We’re Looking For:**We are seeking a Scheduling and Logistics Specialist with experience in utilizing routing software and optimizing operational efficiency. You will be part of the Operations team responsible for establishing daily Inspector schedules and ensuring exceptional customer service. In this role, you will be involved in leveraging software and business intelligence tools to maximize operational efficiency. Additionally, you will need to effectively manage your workload and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in logistics and a proven track record in utilizing tools and technologies. **You Are:*** **Organized.** You have a meticulous approach to tasks and excellent time management skills.* **Proactive.** You possess a self-starting mindset and can work independently with minimal supervision.* **Tech-savvy.** You can utilize and navigate various software and technological tools effectively. **You Will:*** Compile and interpret analytical data, making independent decisions on workload and resource allocation.* Collaborate with management to determine business needs and system requirements.* Plan, direct, and manage routing activities within specified constraints (time, cost, resources, and quality) in coordination with management.* Use route optimization software in collaboration with the Dispatch team to optimize routes, implement efficiencies, and communicate changes to Managers and Inspectors.* Apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills when making decisions that impact the entire company.* Conduct periodic reviews of Data Management and route structure, performing optimization efforts as necessary.* Resolve complaints in a friendly and courteous manner, escalating serious complaints or incidents when necessary. **Must Have’s:*** Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.* 2+ years of experience in routing and logistics.* Experience with Google suite products.* Comfortability with technology and working in a remote environment.* Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills. **Nice to Have’s:*** Experience in the automotive industry.* Geographical knowledge of the given routing area/territory. Sound like a match? Apply Now - We can't wait to hear from you!**Sound like a match? Apply Now - We can't wait to hear from you!** **Note:** This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbents in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instruction or duties requested by an authorized person. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.