Senior Vehicle Logistics & Dispatch Specialist

Cox Enterprises; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

The Senior Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist at Cox Enterprises will coordinate and manage the transport of customer vehicles to Manheim auction sites and other areas within the region, ensuring on-time, accurate deliveries and clear communication with carriers and internal teams.

You will build relationships with the Manheim commercial team, manage orders in AS400, monitor holds, dispatch negotiations, and generate performance reports for leadership; this role supports a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Required administrative experience in automotive industry preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Ability to work independently in a matrix environment to deliver results.
• Excellent customer service and multi-tasking skills.
• High attention to detail and precise data entry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with a high sense of urgency in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage vehicle transportation to Manheim auction sites and regional areas.
• Build relationships with Manheim Auction teams and management.
• Manage multiple email boxes and regional communications.
• Enter manual orders and process AS400 orders.
• Monitor holds and verification delays; dispatch negotiations to increase margins.
• Create and manage corrective action of vendors; hold carriers accountable.
• Produce reports and analyze performance for leadership.

Skills

Administrative experience

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma

Some college

Tools

AS400

Job description

The Senior Vehicle Operations Logistics Specialist at Cox Enterprises will coordinate and manage the transport of customer vehicles to Manheim auction sites and other areas within the region, ensuring on-time, accurate deliveries and clear communication with carriers and internal teams.

You will build relationships with the Manheim commercial team, manage orders in AS400, monitor holds, dispatch negotiations, and generate performance reports for leadership; this role supports a fast-paced,