Logistics Specialist

Windham, ME 04062, USA Req #2805
Friday, September 20, 2024

Superior Plus Propane has a career opportunity for a Logistics Specialist who would become responsible for the efficient distribution of liquid products within their region. This includes maintaining systems data, routing and supporting delivery drivers, maintaining effective system forecasting, and reporting distribution metrics to superiors. As a Logistics Specialist, you will work closely with field operations to improve efficiency with deliveries, as well as resource and demand planning.

This is a hybrid position with office hours required in the Windham, ME location.

Why join us:

Culture: Join a supportive and inclusive work environment where collaboration, respect, and open communication are at the core of everything we do.

Competitive Compensation: We offer a highly competitive compensation and total rewards package, ensuring that your hard work and dedication are recognized and rewarded accordingly.

Flexibility: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer various flexible schedules to help you manage your personal and professional commitments effectively.

Technology: Work with state-of-the-art tools and technologies that empower you to excel in your role and stay at the forefront of industry trends.

Employee Assistance Programs: We care about you! You and your family will have access to LYRA, an industry leading platform that provides comprehensive support and a myriad of resources to help support your physical, mental, financial and social well-being.

Opportunity: A continuous focus on professional development with many opportunities for training & career growth.

Safety Focused: We care about you and have developed a 24/7 safety mindset that is showcased throughout every facet of the organization.

 

What you’ll do:

  • Maintain regular and professional communication with field operations staff and customers.
  • Work with field operations and the Center of Excellence to ensure customer data integrity, proper customer set up and forecasting factor accuracy.
  • Determine the most efficient delivery methods and schedules to meet customer needs.
  • Build base routes for drivers in centrally supported locations while adhering to the distribution standard operating procedures.
  • Make recommendations to field operations regarding drivers and trucks needed weekly, to maximize fill rates, reduce low fuels and Out of Gas (OOGs), and increase efficiencies
  • Provide reporting on previous day’s routes to assist field operations with adherence to the process, improving driver efficiency, ultimately resulting in improved customer experience.
  • Maintain records and databases as appropriate to facilitate continuous improvement.
  • Hybrid/Remote Work
  • Managing account and forecasting variables determining optimal delivery window
  • Establishing and monitoring product delivery schedules; tracking, recording and following-up shipments
  • Managing relationships with transport department; loading, unloading and transporting products
  • Other duties as assigned

What you bring:

  • College Education
  • 4 years' related experience
  • Great communication skills
  • Analytical mindset; data maintenance experience
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
  • Routing knowledge and capabilities
  • Demand forecasting
  • Scheduling capabilities
  • Route optimization knowledge
  • Capacity Management
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

This role is for a Compressed Work Week

A Compressed Work Week will have the following work schedule: 4 x 8-hour days, in the warmest 6 months of the year (April – September) and 4 x 10-hour days in the coldest 6 months of the year (October – March).

 

A Compressed Work Week works well for...

•            A more flexible schedule that still provides the security and benefits of a full-time job (Health insurance, Dental, Vision, 401k plan, EAP)

•            A job that fits into your life, instead of trying to squeeze life into your work schedule

•            Add a business day back to your week to manage personal appointments

•            Save on gas, one less commute day

Here at Superior Plus Propane, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to the inclusion and accommodation of all individuals, we welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have an accommodation need during the recruitment & selection process, we encourage you to connect with us at sppcareers@superiorpluspropane.com to let us know how we can enhance your experience.

Other details

  • Job Family USA
  • Pay Type Hourly
  • Employment Indicator 40/32 Full Time
Location on Google Maps
  • Windham, ME 04062, USA