Summary

In this role as a Operations Manager you will be responsible for leading the Operations Team to have an effective and efficient flow on a daily basis. You will be in charge of leading the Tracking and Dispatch departments while working collaboratively with the other departments as well. You will be a key contact for drivers and clients alike while working on a daily basis with the other offices and departments within the company to guarantee a smooth flow of operations.

You will also be responsible for overseeing the daily movement of the fleet, ensuring the efficient movement of goods and timely delivery to our customers. You will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team, analyze transportation data, and implement strategies to optimize efficiency. We are looking for an individual who is motivated, experienced and determined to maintain Expedited Trans high standards of operation while helping take the company to the next level of growth in its history.

Working for Expedited Trans

At other large companies you could get lost among the many employees and departments; that is not the case at Expedited Trans. Though we have a large logistical operation in regards to our many drivers and trucks; we have a concise staff that works well together in a team environment. This allows our staff to communicate with other departments seamlessly while learning new skillsets. Regardless of your job title you will play a very important role working with the rest of the team ensuring the company keeps moving forward and meeting clients needs.

About Expedited Trans

Expedited Trans is an expedited motor carrier company established in 2012 headquartered in Miami, FL with terminals in Jacksonville, FL and Chicago, IL focused on picking up and delivering long distance freight throughout the lower 48 contiguous United States. The company prides itself in being a premier partner carrier for its many clients by providing services such as Team Only Drivers, industry leading software McLeod, a large new fleet of trucks and trailers, satellite tracking on all our units and a 24/7 support department both available to assist our clients and ensure our operations are running efficiently.

Our vision is to be a progressive company within the super complex logistics industry by offering unique services that exceed our clients’ expectations. One that continues to develop the reputation of being reliable for its many partners while simultaneously giving its employees an environment where they can develop necessary skills to thrive professionally and advance their careers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Experience in freight trucking logistics industry is a must.
• Proven Leader with experience in managing teams in house and remotely between 10-50 employees.
• Experienced Operations Leader with 10 years of experience.
• Able to train, develop, hold accountable and lead assigned departments.
• Building strong relationships with Drivers.
• Experience with working on DAT, Truckstop or other major loadboards.
• Has established relationships in the trucking industry.
• Has experience working with large clients like USPS, Amazon, UPS, Fedex, Walmart, etc. and understands their SOP's.
• Holding Drivers accountable for rules of the road according to company standards.
• Communicating with drivers on a regular basis.
• Strong negotiation skills (10 years of Sales and Negotiations experiencepreferred)
• Experience in Dispatching is a must (10 years of experience)
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Knowledge of 3PL (third-party logistics) operations and logistics management principles
• Experience (Min 5 year) working with drivers and shippers.
• Great verbal, written and relational communication skills, with ability to appropriately interact with drivers, employees and partner vendors.
• Understanding DOT regulations, HOS, expedited trucking standards.
• Flexibility in Scheduling, available to work weekends if necessary.
• Fluent in English and Spanish is a must.
• Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
• Special attention to detail & strong organizational skills.
• Computer literate with expert working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Savvy use of logistics systems. Experience with using McLeod Software a plus.
• Reliable form of transportation.
• Reachable by phone or text on nights and weekends.

Additional Info

Along with competitive pay as a W-2 employee, a Terminal Manager at Expedited Trans is eligible for company benefits including:

• Two weeks PTO
• Paid major holidays.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Opportunity for career growth, travel & more.

Come be an integral part of an exciting company that is focused on both company and employee growth and development.