Degree in Logistics, Transportation Management, or Business, or equivalent experience.
10-15 years of management experience in the transportation industry.
Strong knowledge of federal and state transportation regulations.
Proven ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.
Experience in human resource activities including hiring, training, and compliance.
Responsibilities
Strategically plan and manage daily operations, including logistics and client services.
Oversee budgeting, revenue, and profitability, providing reports to upper management.
Handle human resource activities such as hiring, training, and employee orientation.
Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Maintain confidentiality of company and employee information.
Participate in educational opportunities to enhance job knowledge.
Uphold company core values and best practices across regional operations.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and education.
Supportive work environment focused on teamwork and employee motivation.
Potential for career advancement within the organization.
Commitment to maintaining a drug-free workplace.
Participation in a professional network and organizations.
Full Job Description
Essential Job Functions
Strategic planning and management of daily operations which includes overseeing logistics functions, client services, information collection and analysis.
Responsible for cost control, budgeting, revenue and profitability. This includes creating, and effectively communicating operational and functional reports and information to upper management in order to analysis trends, revenue, cost control, and productivity.
The position also handles many human resource activities, including hiring and firing, training and employee orientation.
The position handles aspects of safety and compliance, responsible for compliance of corporate and government regulations regarding safety, environmental, and transportation issues.
Protects company's image by keeping company and employee information confidential.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
Maintain company's core value and best practices throughout regional operations
Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Talking, hearing and using hands to operate computer equipment
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
Job will require punctual attendance and regular presence on-site at the assigned work location.
Other Skills & Abilities
Ability to establish positive working relationships and work as a team.
Ability to effectively communication with all levels of staff and management.
Ability to motivate employees to work at their very best while creating an environment they look forward to every day.
Organizational and multitasking skills
Excellent organizational skills and ability to solve problems quickly and move on.
Multitasking, problem solving and quick decision making skills.
Ability to work in a fast paced work environment.
Ability to organize information into usable reports and graphs.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations for the transportation of goods by Ground / Air in the US and International Imports & Exports, Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, dangerous goods regulations, transportation modes, traffic routes, trucking lanes and the country's most efficient highways.
Education & Experience
A degree in Logistics, Transportation Management, or Business or equivalent work experience.
10-15 years of management experience and knowledge of the transportation industry.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.
More Information: http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify
Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.
About Crane Worldwide Logistics
Crane Worldwide Logistics is a global logistics company that provides customized supply chain solutions to various industries. The company offers air freight, ocean freight, customs brokerage, warehousing and distribution, and other logistics services. Crane Worldwide Logistics operates in more than 120 locations across 30 countries. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
