Senior Drayage Operations Specialist

GET Logistics

• $80K — $95K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in drayage or logistics management
  • Background with import/export processes
  • Experience at a steamship line, drayage carrier, or freight forwarder
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate scheduling, dispatch, and tracking of drayage shipments
  • Monitor dispatch operations for optimal routing
  • Develop relationships with drivers, carriers, and port officials
  • Implement cost-reduction and efficiency improvement strategies
  • Ensure compliance with transportation laws and company policies
  • Resolve shipment-related issues effectively
  • Lead and support dispatch team members

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401k Savings Plan (Traditional & Roth Plans)
  • Annual Corporate Sponsored 401k Contributions
  • Health Insurance (Majority Funded by Employer)
  • Dental Insurance (Majority Funded by Employer)
  • Vision Insurance (Fully Funded by Employer)
  • Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance (Fully Funded)
Full Job Description
Job Type: Full-Time

Company: Get Logistics

Work Location: Remote - US

The US Drayage Specialist will oversee the daily operations of drayage clients' needs, ensuring efficient management of container movements and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high autonomy.

Key Job Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and manage the scheduling, dispatch, and tracking of drayage shipments from ports to warehouses, rail ramps, and final destinations.
• Monitor and analyze dispatch operations to ensure optimal route and resource allocation.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with drivers, carriers, and port officials to ensure smooth operations.
• Implement strategies to minimize costs and improve efficiency within the drayage operation.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Resolve any issues related to shipments, including delays, damages, and discrepancies in a timely and effective manner.
• Provide leadership, training, and support to other dispatch team members, promoting a positive and productive work environment.
• Stay informed of industry trends, technologies, and best practices in drayage and logistics management.
• Manage accounts and operate as the lead shipment point of contact for all matters.
• Foster strong relationships with client contacts.
• Negotiate to ensure the best costs and value to maximize profit.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and ensure their long-term satisfaction by providing solutions and support.
• Collaborate with sales team to identify and grow opportunities or compete for new or lost opportunities.
• Work together with sales team to ensure client satisfaction.
• Assist with special projects as requested.

Requirements

Experience with import/export drayage

Experience working at a steamship line, drayage carrier, or freight forwarder

Ability to support work from home

Benefits

Compensation:
  • Salary
  • Commission Opportunities
  • Performance Bonus Opportunities

Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401k Savings Plan (Traditional & Roth Plans)
  • Annual Corporate Sponsored 401k Contributions
  • Health Insurance - employee and dependents PPO & HMO offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (Majority Funded by Employer)
  • Dental Insurance - employee and dependents (Majority Funded by Employer)
  • Vision Insurance - employee and dependents (Fully Funded by Employer)
  • Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance (Fully Fu

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