Capacity Planning Supervisor leads a capacity planning team to plan and monitor an organization's operating limits and capacities. Forecasts and plans capacity requirements to align with production schedules, resource levels, and inventory demand. Being a Capacity Planning Supervisor identifies and troubleshoots production issues or bottlenecks that impact plant capacity. Coordinates with internal stakeholders to understand future plans and develop responsive capacity forecasting. Additionally, Capacity Planning Supervisor utilizes production metrics and manufacturing research to develop insights on processes or equipment and recommend improvements. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Capacity Planning Supervisor supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Capacity Planning Supervisor typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Big M is seeking a creative, dynamic, and passionate Capacity Specialist to join our team! You will develop relationships with outside independent contractors and carriers to help transport freight from one point A to another point B. You will be the voice of the company when incoming calls come in from drivers wanting to move loads that we have available from our customers. You’ll answer questions and resolve issues related to any trucks in transport and communicate any special instruction regarding the trips.
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· Competitive hourly pay
· Uncapped commissions
· Develop a network via carrier base
· Employee selected medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and you’re your family
· Work Life Balance
· PTO and paid holidays
· 401K Retirement Plan
Minimum Requirements:
· High School Diploma or GED
· Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
· Positive attitude
· Proficient computer skills
· Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
· Working independently, great communicator and customer service skills
· Problem solving and negotiations skills
· Data entry skills
· Ability to coordinate high volume phone calls (60-80 phone calls per day)
Preferred Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree
· Transportation and 3rd party dispatch experience in sourcing and developing carriers
· Negotiations skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person