Senior Chemical Logistics Manager

United Petroleum Transports

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:               Senior Chemical Logistics Manager                         

Department:   Operations                                         

Location:        Terminal

Reports To:    Terminal Manager                             

FLSA:            Exempt

Schedule: Monday through Friday 7 am to 4 pm with on-call duties as needed

Purpose:                   

The Senior Chemical Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing chemical transportation logistics to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations across the CSC. This role embraces, promotes, and advances the Vision, Values, and Mission of the company while supporting the annual Owner’s Plan.

UPT is committed to the Guiding Principles of the Responsible Care® initiative and expects all employees to uphold these principles by conducting business in a manner that protects employees, the public, and the environment while continuously improving safety and operational excellence.

Essential Job Functions:

• Champion a safety-first culture in all aspects of chemical logistics and fleet operations.
• Ensure a seamless and professional customer experience through responsive, accurate, and solution-oriented communication.
• Oversee and prioritize chemical freight scheduling, working closely with Fleet Managers, Customer Service, and customers to maximize capacity, optimize driver utilization, and meet customer commitments. Fleet Managers cannot turn down freight.
• Strategically build, plan, and assign chemical loads to drivers in a fair and equitable manner, considering regulatory compliance, hours of service, customer requirements, and operational efficiency.
• Support and assist, as directed, in the hiring, onboarding, and development of drivers and non-driving personnel.
• Provide direct leadership, coaching, training, mentoring, and performance management for drivers, Fleet Managers, and Customer Service Representatives, including appropriate corrective action when needed.
• Continuously evaluate staffing models and driver utilization to ensure the highest level of equipment and workforce efficiency.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant completion and processing of chemical load documentation, meeting company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain effective communication with operations associates and drivers regarding company standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a key communication link with internal and external customers as required.
• Collaborate and communicate routinely with the CSC Manager, Operations Manager (where applicable), Regional Manager, Regional Safety Director, Customer Service Representatives, and Maintenance personnel.
• Maintain current knowledge of DOT, federal, state, and chemical-specific transportation regulations, sharing updates as necessary.
• Provide leadership coverage during extended hours, holidays, and special operational circumstances as needed.
• Participate in and contribute to CSC financial reviews, including P&L performance, dashboards, KPIs, and operational metrics.
• Travel as required to support remote operations, terminals, or special initiatives.
• Assist Center and Operations Managers (where applicable) with Fleet Manager scheduling, staffing, and overtime management.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the CSC Manager, Operations Manager (where applicable), or Regional Manager.
• Assume responsibility for overall CSC chemical logistics operations in the absence of the CSC Manager and/or Operations Manager (where applicable).

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 3–5 years of experience in fleet management or logistics within the transportation industry; chemical or hazardous materials experience strongly preferred

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations, federal and state transportation standards, and chemical logistics best practices
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment
• Self-directed with strong attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Professional demeanor with strong leadership presence
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams
• Dependable with consistent attendance and adherence to operational timelines
• Proficient in basic computer systems and transportation/logistics technology
• Knowledge of company employment policies and procedures

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged sitting; walking; use of hands and fingers; repetitive motion; speaking, hearing, and visual acuity
• Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds

• Working Conditions:
• Primarily office-based environment
• Routine use of standard office equipment including computers, phones, and printers/scanners