Branch Manager, Transportation and Logistics

CEVA Logistics; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

CEVA Logistics in Torrance, CA, seeks an experienced operations manager to oversee all station functions, driving profitability and service excellence while coordinating with departments and customers to meet SLAs.

The role requires 5+ years in logistics/transportation, strong leadership, and a track record of cost efficiency and service improvements, with on-site duties in California and full benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree in Transportation, logistics, Supply Chain Management or related preferred
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience
• Minimum 4 years industry experience preferred
• Valid state issued Driver’s License and Forklift Driver Certification

Responsibilities

• Manage all station functions to ensure services meet customer standards and maximize profitability
• Provide managers with daily guidance and leadership on operations, HR, revenue enhancement and procedures
• Ensure freight is expedited safely and timely
• Maintain a clean, professional, and safe workstation for all employees
• Review costs, operations, and forecast data to meet business development goals
• Oversee station P&L performance and set short-term budget alignment
• Oversee business development, sales and marketing and new account development for transportation revenue
• Develop and implement policies to comply with ISO, Sarbanes Oxley and other regulations
• Communicate directives and ensure safety programs are followed

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related

Tools

MS Office (Excel, etc.)

ERP / WMS systems

Job description

Are you known for your management oversight skills? Are you passionate about customer support and driving results? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to manage fiscal and operational oversight of a station, driving quality service, customer satisfaction and operational proficiency, ensuring attainment of growth and profitability goals.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Manage all station functions to ensure that all departments and station staff execute service agreements at, or above the customer's standards. Maximize profitability through superior customer service, effective and prompt communication and follow-up on all pending matters with the customer.
• Provide managers with daily guidance, leadership and overall support on any issues relating to operations, communication, human resources, revenue enhancement, standardizing procedures, and systems applications and executing processes to meet customer needs.
• Ensure that freight is being expedited in a safe and timely manner.
• Ensure that the station facility provides a clean, professional and safe working environment for all employees.
• Review analysis of activities, costs, operations and forecast data to determine progress toward stated business development goals and objectives.
• Review and evaluate station P & L performance and establish short-term goals to address any budgetary shortfalls.
• Oversee business development, sales and marketing and new account development to ensure that maximum transportation revenue is generated for the station.
• Develop and execute policies, plans and programs to meet anticipated organizational needs in the areas of functional responsibility and ensure compliance with corporate policies and guidelines, ISO standards, Sarbanes Oxley and other regulatory requirements.
• Ensure directives, rules and procedures are communicated to all station personnel. Ensure safety methods and programs are implemented and maintained.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree in Transportation, logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related discipline preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Minimum 4 years industry experience, preferred.
• Credentials: Valid state issued Driver’s License and Forklift Driver Certification.
• Other professional certifications may be required.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications supporting the supply chain or transportation industry as well as financial applications.

Characteristics

• Expertise in operations and business management. Experienced in providing leadership for multiple sites that are geographically dispersed, effectively delegating responsibility and authority to direct reports.
• Experienced in project management methodologies with focus on managing solution driven strategy plans to achieve goals. Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple projects and set priorities. Exceptional written and communication skills including the ability to persuade, influence, negotiate, and make formal presentations in meetings and training environments.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.