Installation Coordinator (For Kaplan Truck Deliveries) - Kaplan Early Learning Company

Kaplan Early Learning Company is seeking to hire an Installation Coordinator.

For more than 50 years, Kaplan Early Learning Company has been a champion for play. From our research-based curricula to enriching classroom environments and innovative technology solutions, Kaplan's products and services inspire a lifelong love of learning in children and educators. We are architects of learning good and defenders of the imagination. We live for inseparable bonds and open minds. We encourage the eager and inspire the inspirers. We transform lives through play.

Don't come to work; come to play! Family-oriented and mission-driven, Kaplan is proud that our work champions play every day, and we are looking for team members who take learning and play as seriously as we do. Accountability, equity, advocacy, and integrity are the heart of what we do at Kaplan, and together we can improve the outcomes of all children. To learn more about our culture and to join our team, visit us at https://www.kaplanco.com/about/

Position Objective:

Our Installation Coordinator is responsible for ensuring compliant, efficient, cost-effective, and timely new childcare center classroom and general K-Truck supported set ups.

Position is onsite in Lewisville, NC M-F 8:30am - 5:30pm

Position Responsibilities include:

• Research best travel method and equipment rental needs for each Kaplan Truck delivery.
• Evaluate order details to ensure expectations of the delivery plan are met.
• Plan and schedule labor and any additional resources as needed.
• Analyze and report profitability per delivery.
• Analyze installation for Kaplan truck issues and resolve challenges that may arise with Sales Team, Traffic, and Total Customer Care regarding timing, site prep and configuration issues.
• Utilize database, PeopleSoft, Microsoft Office, Excel, Smartsheets and other software for reporting and administrative tasks.

Position Requirements include:

• Associate degree in business required with 1 year work experience in construction/building as a lead or planner required with demonstrated leadership skills.
• New Child Care Center installations experience a plus.
• Responsible for ensuring compliant, efficient, cost-effective, and timely new center classroom and general K-truck supported set ups.
• Working knowledge of general construction principles required.
• Minimum of 3 years logistical planning and working with freight carriers preferred.
• Strong customer service experience required with proven ability to alter communication style based on audience.
• Demonstrated ability in complex problem resolution and organizational skills are required.
• Requires professional interpersonal skills, excellent follow-up and oral/written communication skills.
• Must exhibit initiative and have the ability to handle multiple priorities with a focus on detail.
• Proficiency in analyzing order details and delivery needs and requirements.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• PC literate with advanced working knowledge of Excel/Word; PeopleSoft experience preferred.
• Must be team focused and flexible to business demands with proven ability to work effectively independently.
• Some overnight travel required.

Benefits Include:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Voya Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Verizon & AT&T Discount
• Educational Tuition Assistance
• Paid maternity/paternity leave supplemental program
• Child Care Discounts
• YMCA Discount
• Employee Referral Bonus
• LifeMart Discount Shopping Website
• Kaplan Store Discounts
• Matching 401(k) Plan

Kaplan Early Learning Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace differences, welcome diversity and value a culture of respect.