Sr. Automotive Operations Manager

. Crane Worldwide Logistics . • Atlanta, GA

18d

About The Position

The Sr. Automotive Operations Manager plans and manages daily operations, overseeing Trucking, International, Client Services, and Information Collection and Analysis, with a focus on serving OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and Tier 1 automotive suppliers. The role is responsible for cost control, budgeting, revenue, and profitability, and for creating and communicating operational and functional reports to upper management to support analysis of trends, revenue, costs, and productivity.

The position also handles human resources activities such as hiring and firing, training, and employee orientation. It oversees safety and compliance with corporate and government regulations related to safety, environmental matters, and transportation. The manager maintains confidentiality of company and employee information, keeps professional knowledge current, and upholds company core values and best practices throughout regional operations. Other duties may be assigned.

The role requires knowledge of transportation regulations and operations across ground and air transport in the United States and international imports and exports, including DOT and dangerous goods regulations, transportation modes, traffic routes, trucking lanes, and efficient highways. The position requires a degree in Logistics, Transportation Management, or Business, or equivalent work experience, and 10–15 years of management experience with knowledge of the transportation industry. Start-up Air Gateway experience and CFS, TSA, or Ground Handler experience are preferred. Professional certification may be required in some areas.

The role involves talking, hearing, using hands to operate computer equipment, close vision, and adjusting focus. It may require extended sitting or standing and use of standard office equipment. The final candidate must pass an E-Verify check; the employer also conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing. Candidates must complete the Predictive Index assessment to be considered.

Requirements

• Degree in Logistics, Transportation Management, or Business, or equivalent work experience.
• 10–15 years of management experience and knowledge of the transportation industry.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations for ground and air transportation of goods in the United States and international imports and exports, including DOT and dangerous goods regulations.
• Knowledge of transportation modes, traffic routes, trucking lanes, and efficient highways.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships and work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management.
• Ability to motivate employees and create a positive work environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, problem-solving ability, and quick decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and organize information into usable reports and graphs.
• Ability to talk, hear, and use hands to operate computer equipment; close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to meet physical demands that may include extended sitting or standing and use of standard office equipment.
• Must complete the Predictive Index assessment to be considered.
• Final candidate must successfully pass an E-Verify check.
• Pre-employment substance abuse testing is required.

Nice To Haves

• Start-up Air Gateway experience preferred.
• CFS, TSA, or Ground Handler experience preferred.
• Professional certification may be required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage daily operations, including Trucking, International, Client Services, and Information Collection and Analysis, with a focus on OEM and Tier 1 automotive suppliers.
• Manage cost control, budgeting, revenue, and profitability.
• Create and communicate operational and functional reports and information to upper management for analysis of trends, revenue, costs, and productivity.
• Handle human resources activities, including hiring and firing, training, and employee orientation.
• Oversee compliance with corporate and government regulations concerning safety, environmental matters, and transportation.
• Protect company and employee information by maintaining confidentiality.
• Keep job knowledge current through educational opportunities, professional publications, personal networks, and professional organizations.
• Maintain the company's core values and best practices throughout regional operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Quarterly Incentive Plan.
• 136 hours of paid time off (17 days per year), usable for sick time or personal use.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement for education related to the job.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Employee recognition and rewards program.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Employee discounts.
• Wellness incentives of up to $100 per year for completing challenges, plus a discount on contribution rates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior