Logistics Planning Team - Administrator

Responsibilities

• Assist in the oversight and execution of wholesale logistics planning by VPC, Ports and Ramp
• Contribute to the preparation and tracking of customer wholesale forecasts to ensure alignment with sales objectives
• Develop and enhance forecasting tools, and monitor forecast accuracy to drive continuous improvement and support business objectives
• Develop and execute logistics planning strategies by understanding the end-to-end vehicle distribution process from overseas production through ocean transportation, port operations, inland transportation, and final dealer delivery to ensure efficient vehicle flow and customer satisfaction
• Analyze daily operational variables and provide timely, effective solutions to ensure uninterrupted vehicle flow and service performance
• Maintain wholesale target achievement against the overall vehicle pipeline and take proactive actions to address gaps and support business objectives
• Utilize data from various systems, including SAP, iTMS, and iVelles, to identify operational issues, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and develop data-driven solutions that enhance business and operational performance
• Improve wholesale forecast accuracy through data analysis and provide recommendations for operational improvements to support business objectives
• Collaborate with internal departments, including Ports, VPCs, and Transportation teams to ensure execution of plans
• Monitor operational performance against established plans, analyze impacts on wholesale targets, and drive corrective actions to address performance gaps and operational risks
• Proactively manage customer requests and concerns, ensuring timely resolution through effective planning, execution, and cross-functional coordination to maximize customer satisfaction
• Continuously improve existing reports and develop new reporting tools to enhance data visibility, operational insights, and reporting automation
• Develop tools to support customer requirements and internal operational team needs
• Lead and support ad hoc projects and special initiatives to address evolving business needs, improve operational performance, and support organizational objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Juris Doctorate preferred
• 3 - 6 years of direct experience in forecasting, data analysis, process improvement, and planning

Skills

• Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI)
• SQL or similar data analysis tools (preferred)
• Strong communication, critical thinking, planning, and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with internal departments and clients

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, 14 Holidays, and Sick leave
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Referral Bonuses
• Auto Allowance
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities
• Discretionary Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement