Logistics Manager

Bush Specialty Vehicles•Warsaw, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Logistics Manager – Truck Load The Driver Manager is responsible for leading and building the strategic plan for Truckload Dispatch. This position provides leadership and project management throughout the combined PTG Logistics network, as well as implement changes when appropriate. This position’s primary focus will be to improve driver management and increase profitability through effective route planning and dispatch.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and or 5+ years of experience in truck load operations in a management or supervisory role
Familiarity with FMCSA Regulations
Highly organized with demonstrated attention to detail
Possesses a financial acumen – recording, tracking and reporting expense control
Strong proficiency in computer skills including all Microsoft Office products
Good verbal and interpersonal skills
Dependable and punctual
Ability to communicate in a professional/courteous manner
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
This is an in-person role M-F in Lebanon, TN
Time required to travel: 0%

Responsibilities

Benchmark each customer location for PTG asset utilization to become more productive and profitable
Identify opportunities for improvement and report opportunities during weekly staff meetings
Responsible for Driver Recruiting, including 2nd point of contact and managing onboarding protocols
Manage Drivers and Routes ensuring each truck is profitable and meeting all expectations of the FMCSA and the customer
Work closely with Truckload CSR to ensure proper route planning that will deliver the load on time and maintain FMCSA Hours of Service Requirements
Work closely with Truckload Administrator to ensure all payroll and customer invoices are completed timely and accurately
Manage driver and equipment expirations, ensuring FMCSA compliance
Manage driver time off and PTO Requests
Infuse continuous moves where possible into routes to offset PTG Logistics deadhead expense
Responsible for reporting truckload carrier metrics to management (service / delivery performance, and profitability)
Look for and Optimize backhaul opportunities at all sites