Area Manager

Gouspack; Nashville (TN); Remote; USD 75,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Health Insurance

Disability/Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

USPack is seeking an Area Manager to lead a geography-wide operations team and ensure transportation services meet client expectations while achieving financial targets.

The role oversees Operations Managers and On-Site Coordinators, travels up to 50% to client locations, and requires 7+ years in transportation, a valid driver’s license, and strong analytical skills. The position pays $88,000 annually and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in transportation.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with a focus on service delivery.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and database software.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a group of Operations Managers and On-Site Coordinators to ensure service excellence.
• Exceed customers’ expectations to protect revenue and margins.
• Meet with clients quarterly and monitor KPI targets to outperform metrics.
• Lead the implementation of new business and monitor recruiting within the Area.
• Travel to customer locations up to 50% and manage driver resources.

Skills

7+ years of experience in transport

Strong analytical skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proficient MS Word, Excel, Outlook

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Database software

Job description

USPack is a leading logistics provider custom built for the evolving needs of businesses in today’s same-day delivery world. At USPack our focus every day is to help brands and businesses win in the delivery economy. That’s why we keep our finger on the pulse of the latest trends and developments that impact our business and our customers’ businesses. That’s how we stay ahead. That’s how we help our customers win.

Find out more at: www.gouspack.com

At USPack, we know our people set us apart. And that’s why we do everything we can to invest in them and help them grow every day.We don’t put people in jobs, we work with them to develop long-term career paths that are rewarding, challenging, and fulfilling. We’ve built an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and a sense of belonging. We value input, we demand collaboration, and we recognize performance. We work together, we play together, and we succeed together! Get on the path to a successful career that delivers more!

USPack’s Benefits for Full Time positions include:

• 401(K)
• Health Insurance
• Disability/Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

USPack’s Benefits for Part Time positions include:

• 401(K)
• Paid Sick Time

TheArea Managerprovides overall management of $10M to $15M of revenue across an assigned geography. This position is responsible for managing a group of Operations Managers (OM) and On-Site Coordinators to ensure transportation services are provided that exceed customers’ expectations while meeting the company’s budgeted financial goals.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following duties satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individual tasks shall include but not be limited to the following:

• Exceed customers’ expectations to ensure no loss of business.
• Ensure Operations Managers meet with Client on a frequent basis to build relationship & complete visit documentation.
• Meet with all customers on a quarterly basis to assess service.
• Monitor company KPI’s to ensure all customer metrics are exceeded.
• Monitor all customer service issues and respond immediately with a resolution and action plan.
• Lead the implementation of new business as needed.
• Monitor recruiting efforts within Area to ensure enough IC’s are available to service the customer.
• Monitor the Courier Job Acceptance Log (CJAL) for assigned OM’s to ensure each manager has enough resources to perform the services.
• Monitor IC compliance with contractual requirements, to include apparel, scanning and other service metrics.
• Ensure the Gross Margin for area exceeds budgeted targets.
• Review and approve all driver pay activities (Special Order Request’s (SOR), service type adjustments, manual adjustments).
• Identify margin improvement opportunities and work with Operations team members to implement.
• Develop and coach direct reports training and experiential learning to become leaders in the organization.
• Monitor OM’s activities to ensure subordinates work effectively.
• Ability to establish a high level of trust and credibility in the organization.
• Proactive and resourceful. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing at all levels of the organization.
• Read and interpret documents, write routine reports and correspondence, speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to understand the independent contractor relationship.
• Demonstrated quantitative and analytical skills.
• Proficient computer skills MS Word, Excel, Outlook and database software; must be able to toggle between multiple screens.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary for driver and customer interactions.
• Ability to work from home with travel throughout assigned area as required.
• Ability to work additional hours to deal with operational issues when necessary.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and clean, functional vehicle.
• Ability tolift up to 50 poundson occasion.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in transportation.
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred.

Shift Days: Monday-Friday

Shift Hours: 8:00AM-6:00PM (Available to work extra hours, weekends, and holidays preferred.)

Pay Rate: $88,000 annually

Travel to Customer Locations required: up to 50%

At USPack, our values are at the heart of everything we do, every day. They’re living breathing reminders of who we are, what we do and how we should treat those around us. They guide our actions, our interactions, and our decisions. They are what drive us.

We are:

Driven by integrity – We’re driven by honesty, transparency, and trust. We know that actions speak louder than words. We hold ourselves to higher ethical standards that help build credibility and follow through on commitments. We believe that integrity isn't just a value, it's the compass that steers us toward success.

Driven by a passion for service – We’re driven by doing more, by empowering others to succeed. We’re proactive problem solvers. We live for a challenge and we love to help. We go above and beyond. For us, service is more than a mindset, it’s a way of life. It’s our passion.

Driven by collaboration – We’re driven by common goals, common understanding and uncommon communication. We start on the same page and work side-by-side, building momentum and measurable progress at every step along a shared path to success.

Driven by accountability – We’re driven by a fierce sense of responsibility. We know the buck stops with us and we take that seriously. We hold ourselves accountable to our clients, to our environment and to each other. We don’t just say it, we show it. We make it happen and we measure it.

Driven by innovation – We’re driven by what’s now and what’s next. For us it’s about never settling for the status quo. It’s about staying one step ahead and embracing change. It’s about pushing forward through shared ideas, new approaches, and new solutions to achieve things never thought possible.