What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAPACITY MANAGER position at FAIRCHILD FREIGHT LLC?
Fairchild Freight is a rapidly growing multi-modal logistics company specializing in the transportation of high-value, time-sensitive perishables, and general commodities throughout North America. Our over-the-road and regionally focused dedicated platforms service the lower 48 states, Western Canada, and Alaska.
We're looking for a motivated Capacity Manager to join our operations team at our headquarters in Phoenix, AZ. The ideal candidate is experienced in logistics, self-motivated and eager to take on responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
- Generate leads and attract new prospects
- Cover assigned loads using preferred carriers, phone solicitation, and load boards
- Maintain 98% on-time service
- Identify and develop reputable and safe carriers
- Stay on top of market trends in transportation industry
- Communicate effectively, efficiently with assigned logistics coordinator
- Promote team environment and profitable growth
Qualifications:
Skills/Experience:
- Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills
- Experience in logistics/transportation industry
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of tracking software such as Truckstop, DAT, Macro Point, Fourkites, One Network, etc
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Self-driven with a strong work ethic
- Preferred 2 years of transportation experience working in an operations or sales capacity, 3PL, brokerage provider or carrier for hire
- Strong analytical thinking skills
Work location: Corporate Office, Phoenix AZ
This is a full time, exempt position, with a Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. schedule.
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