Assistant Manager, Heavy-Haul & Project Logistics

GLOVIS America, Inc.; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

FSA

401(k) with generous matching

Bonuses

Job summary

GLOVIS America, Inc. in Duluth, GA is seeking an Assistant Manager - High & Heavy to lead end-to-end oversize/overweight cargo and project logistics operations.

You will develop plans, coordinate schedules, and manage relationships with carriers and customers to ensure safe, on-time delivery. The role requires strong knowledge of supply chain management, freight forwarding, and cost optimization, with 6–9 years in logistics and 1–3 years of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 6-9 years of supply chain/logistics experience preferred.
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end transportation of oversized, overweight, and project cargo.
• Develop and execute transportation plans, including route surveys, permits, equipment selection, loading/unloading, and project scheduling.
• Monitor daily operations and resolve transportation issues; provide project updates to customers and stakeholders.
• Source, qualify, negotiate, and manage specialized carriers, vendors, and project logistics partners.
• Coordinate daily transportation schedules, equipment availability, and field operations with carriers and ports/terminals.
• Develop strategic carrier relationships while monitoring performance, safety, service quality, and capacity.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in Project Logistics, Heavy Haul, Freight Forwarding, Ocean, Air, Drayage, and OTR transportation.
• Prepare quotations, transportation proposals, and project cost analyses; support customer meetings and negotiations.
• Build strong customer relationships and drive profitable business growth.

Skills

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Database management

Supply Chain Management

Freight Forwarding

Movement scheduling

Monitor & control

Cost optimization

Industry requirements

Business planning

New business development

Project management

Proficient with PCs

Education

HS Diploma/G.E.D.

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

GLOVIS America, Inc. in Duluth, GA is seeking an Assistant Manager - High & Heavy to lead end-to-end oversize/overweight cargo and project logistics operations.

You will develop plans, coordinate schedules, and manage relationships with carriers and customers to ensure safe, on-time delivery. The role requires strong knowledge of supply chain management, freight forwarding, and cost optimization, with 6–9 years in logistics and 1–3 years of supervisory experience.