Station Manager

Maersk•Peabody, MA

About The Position

This position administers daily planning, scheduling, reporting & financial operations of the terminal. Directs the activities of the entire operation, including Dock purchasing, Traffic, and Equipment Maintenance.

Requirements

Able to read, write, and speak English
Excel and PowerPoint
Knowledge of Terminal Operations
Deep understanding of business law, along with local, state, and federal regulations
A high degree of computer software knowledge

Responsibilities

Defines and delegates subordinate responsibilities; develops strategies to improve operational costs
Negotiates bids with brokers and asset-based carriers to meet company savings objectives
Oversees freight transfer activity from terminal to terminal
Develops and maintains cost-efficient methods of operation.
Ensures customer satisfaction, a facility free of safety hazards, and proper performance of operational processes
Fosters an environment of continuous improvement
Communicates and enforces company policies, procedures, and rules to employees
Provides advice, guidance, and assistance as needed
Recommends and approves increases or decreases in staff; screens and selects employees; approves long-range departmental plans, work goals, and objectives, and standards
Assists and evaluates the performance of employees’ recommendations and approves expenditures, salary changes, promotions, transfers, changes in status, and disciplinary action
Assigns work, trains, develops, and motivates employees
Responsible for KPI metrics and PNL performance
Helping drive revenue into the Station
Controlling Station Expenditures
Manage Station employees
Communicates and administers personnel programs and procedures in accordance with approved policies
Other duties as requested