Operations Manager, DTS

Ascend • Newnan, GA

4d

About The Position

The Operations Manager is accountable for leading a team of Fleet Managers and Planners to provide the most efficient transportation solutions for our customers. Ascend and its affiliates—DTS, DSD, and Fuchs—are shaping the future of truckload transportation through smart technology and a strong commitment to efficiency and fairness. We foster an inclusive workplace where team members can grow, achieve their goals, and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in operations management of the transportation industry including DOT Rules & Regulations.
• Availability to be reached after hours for operational situations, if relative to position.
• Ability to develop team members through effective coaching skills.
• Ability to manage others and self.
• Well organized and attentive to detail.
• Strong communication skills for customer interaction.
• Strong Microsoft product computer skills.
• Experience creating goals with KPIs.
• Ability to learn our TMS systems (Mcleod system)(Omnitracs).
• Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to exercise independent decision-making skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships (to help produce the right results).
• Ability to work in a team environment to continuously improve results.
• Ability to meet deadlines and deliver exceptional service through planning, positive engagement, and patience.
• Able to promote a culture of trust and safety.
• High School Diploma or GED with relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of day-to-day operational activities of Team Members.
• Manage Safely, Legally, Ethically, Morally, and Profitably.
• Provide value-added service (internal and external) by ensuring staff responds to all inquiries in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Ensure team proactively monitors assigned loads and provides instant communication on service failures, weather delays, dwelling equipment.
• Initiate customer interactions to promote the company.
• Interface with equipment vendors and customer relative to operations job duties.
• Spearhead problem resolution.
• Identify and address inefficient processes/procedures and/or operational deficiencies.
• Use operational experience and measured metrics to pinpoint issues.
• Develop proper solutions for inefficient processes or procedures.
• Review and share operational metrics with General Manager.
• Set work schedule to meet the needs of the customer.
• Administer all training and safety programs for driving staff.
• Manage driver performance; train, counsel, and discipline team members with regards to job responsibilities and performance, safety procedures, and corporate policies.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with Operations Personnel, Drivers, and management of all levels.
• This position supervises others and is responsible for being results-oriented, collaborative, delegate effectively and strive for harmony, ensuring team effectiveness.
• Accountable for hiring and for continued development of direct reports.
• Provides current, direct, complete, and "actionable" positive and corrective feedback to others.
• Reduce workforce turnover by improving employee relations.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Holds self and others accountable to demonstrate Ascends Values: Zero Safety Events; Be Courageous; Act with Integrity; Inspire Trust; Teamwork; Have Fun and Build a Legacy.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (effective the 1st of the month after hire)
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Enhanced benefits, including Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED