Captive Customer Operations Manager

Covenant Logisitcs; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Covenant Logistics is seeking an experienced Captive Customer Operations Manager to lead a team delivering exceptional customer service and operational excellence in Chattanooga, TN. You will coach staff, develop KPI-driven goals, and drive continuous improvement in business processes to boost efficiency and customer value.

Responsibilities include staffing, performance management, and data-driven reporting to executive management, with emphasis on strong communication and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business management or similar field required.
• 3+ years of management experience required.
• 3+ years transportation/logistics/supply chain industry experience required.

Responsibilities

• Staffing and development of customer operations teams.
• Coach staff to achieve high performance and KPI targets.
• Develop structured business processes to ensure on-time service and strong communications.
• Manage operations processes to optimize productivity and results.
• Provide training on policies and use of technology to staff.
• Partner with Sales in onboarding and developing new accounts.
• Deliver regular performance feedback and address issues promptly.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching and development

Operations management

Data gathering and reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management or similar field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

TMS

Job description

The Captive Customer Operations Manager will directly manage the workload and day-to-day operations of team members who support our customers by driving operational excellence with continuous improvement of business processes, supplying superior performance, efficiency, and customer value. The role is responsible for coaching and teaching staff on objective rules and policies, developing KPI’s and goals for team along with assisting in difficult situations. This role also requires the gathering of data and creating reports for executive management on customer and team performance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer operations teams are appropriately staffed (right number of personnel, required skills and relevant experience).
• Coach and develop all assigned personnel to enable consistently high levels of performance results.
• Direct and manage the development of structured and disciplined business processes to facilitate consistent high levels of performance (on time service, strong communication processes, responsiveness, etc.).
• Manage the execution of all related operations processes to optimize productivity and results.
• Ensure appropriate and adequate technology training to new hires and current personnel to optimize productivity levels and performance results.
• Manage the use of appropriate leading and lag metrics with a focus on exception management to achieve operations and service and financial targets.
• Ensure that the use of technology is supporting the execution of relevant operations processes.
• Support peers and team members in the execution and performance of their respective responsibilities.
• Create and upkeep policies and training materials
• Partner with Sales dept in onboarding and developing new accounts.
• Provide positive and constructive feedback on a regular basis and address performance issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Proactively and regularly reach out to all stakeholders (internal and external) to ensure satisfaction with performance and/or to address performance issues.
• Maintain effective relationships with all key stakeholders (internal and external) to help facilitate long-term success for all parties.
• Foster customer relationships, participate in QBRs, build long term strategic relationships.
• Be available to help resolve issues or address critical business situations.
• Communicate issues with Executive Management promptly.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Driven and strong competitive nature.
• Excellent teamwork and leadership skills.
• Excellent ability to multitask and delegate responsibilities in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to take verbal/written instruction and execute with confidence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team player who can also produce independent results.
• Ability to lead a team of diverse individuals.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong high-level knowledge of the logistics industry and brokerage operations.
• Proficiency with technology systems – Microsoft Office, Outlook, TMS, etc.
• Established track record of accountability, teamwork, and delivering results

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or similar field required. One year of equivalent work experience may be substituted for each year of education required.
• 3+ years of management experience required.
• 3+ years transportation/logistics/supply chain industry experience required.

Competitive Compensation

We believe in rewarding excellence. Our compensation approach balances market-based salary ranges with individual performance, experience, and tenure ensuring your pay is fair, competitive, and aligned with your growth. The posted range reflects the full pay band for the position. The expected pay range below represents where most candidates are hired, based on experience, skills, and internal equity. Candidates with more extensive or highly relevant experience may be considered toward the higher end of the overall pay band.

• Expected Pay Range: $64,534.65-$73,408.16
• Full Pay Range: $64,534.65-$101,269.75
• Pay Grade: 10
• 401(k) Match: Build your future with our generous company match.
• Serious Health Condition Pay: Financial protection when it matters most.

Robust Health & Wellness Benefits

Your well-being is our priority. Our full health benefits package is designed to support every aspect of your health—from preventive care to peace of mind:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Access
• Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Time to Recharge

We believe rest fuels results. Our time-off benefits help you maintain balance and bring your best self to work:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Time off to Volunteer

Culture-Driven Perks

We’ve created a workplace culture where people feel empowered, supported, and excited to grow. Our corporate perks are designed to elevate your everyday:

• Casual Dress Code: Dress for your day.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your education with financial support.
• Employee Discount Program: Exclusive savings on everyday essentials and more.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DFSA)
• Adoption Assistance: Meaningful support for growing families.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s challenges.
• Pet Insurance: To protect your furry family members

Covenant Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Disability/Veteran

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.