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General Manager / Business Development * Trucking / Transportation

Aleron
Columbus, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 12/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/13/2026

Description
Acara Solutions is seeking a hands-on General Manager / Business Development leader for a trucking operations business. This role is responsible for managing daily operations, financial performance, and strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will oversee fleet operations, ensure DOT and MSHA compliance, drive new business, and lead all operational functions to maximize efficiency and profitability.
Compensation:
  • Base Salary: $130K-$140K (DOE)
  • Performance Bonuses: Quarterly operating bonuses tied to financial targets
  • Fleet Growth Incentive: $2,500 for every 10% increase in profitable fleet units beyond 40
  • New Business Incentive: 1% of gross revenue from new accounts

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage all operational functions, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency in trucking operations
  • Develop and execute business growth strategies, identifying and securing new client opportunities
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance to achieve profitability goals
  • Supervise, train, and evaluate staff to maintain high performance standards
  • Ensure compliance with DOT and MSHA regulations and company policies
  • Build and maintain strong client, vendor, and partner relationships
  • Prepare and present performance reports to ownership and stakeholders
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in General Management related to trucking operations

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
  • Proven track record in fleet operations, driver management, and transportation logistics
  • Strong leadership and operational oversight skills, including managing profitable fleets and driving business growth
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and financial management skills
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
  • Proven ability to grow revenue and improve operational efficiency



Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
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Aleron companies; Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

 

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