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This position focuses on recommending service solutions that maximize available fleet capacity while ensuring on-time pickup and delivery. You will collaborate closely with agents, van operators, vendors, and internal teams to support efficient, high-quality service execution.\n\nThis role is well suited for someone who enjoys solving complex operational challenges, balancing multiple priorities, and making thoughtful decisions in a fast-paced logistics environment.\n\nWhat You’ll Do:\nPlan, approve, and route shipments to available UniGroup fleet capacity to optimize equipment utilization and service performance\nMonitor workflow systems and determine the appropriate course of action for orders, including releases and adjustments\nCollaborate with agents, van operators, contract truckmen, and internal partners on route and order assignments\nSupport express shipments and develop creative solutions for non-standard or complex orders\nMaximize line haul revenue and maintain visibility into available capacity such as empty trucks and inbound equipment\nCommunicate clearly with the agent network regarding order changes, requirements, and special handling needs\nMaintain timely and accurate communication with peers, dispatchers, van operators, vendors, and customers\nEnsure compliance with UniGroup policies and applicable federal and state regulations, including DOT and FMCSA requirements\nReview reports, complete documentation, and support accurate service execution\nMake independent day-to-day financial decisions within established guidelines\nAssist in resolving complex operational issues during the load and delivery process by evaluating options and recommending the best business solution\n\nWhat We’re Looking For:\n\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent relevant experience\n2–3 years of related work experience\n\nPreferred Skills and Experience:\nExperience with routing, load planning, or capacity management\nStrong problem-solving and decision-making skills\nComfort working through complex scenarios where multiple variables must be balanced\nSolid math skills, including cubic footage and space planning\nWorking knowledge of Excel, including formulas\nAbility to work within legacy systems while remaining open to process and system changes\n\nHow You’ll Be Successful:\n\nTop performers in this role tend to be:\nComfortable asking questions and learning quickly\nFlexible and open to change\nStrong communicators who build effective relationships with drivers, agents, and internal partners\nPatient, organized, and able to prioritize competing demands\nAction-oriented and confident making decisions with incomplete information\nCustomer-focused with a collaborative working style\n\nAbout UniGroup:\n\nUniGroup is a transportation cooperative that owns and supports the United Van Lines and Mayflower brands. 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