Drayage Manager

The Everest Search Group; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Everest Search Group has partnered with a national logistics provider to recruit a Terminal Manager for Savannah, GA. This role leads all day-to-day operations at the Savannah Terminal and drives safety, service, and performance across all shifts.

Key responsibilities include managing budgets, mentoring staff, ensuring DOT/OSHA compliance, and delivering results on cost and productivity. On-site leadership and hands-on problem solving are essential to succeed in this dynamic, highly

Qualifications

• Experience leading a multi-shift logistics terminal.
• Strong understanding of P&L and cost controls.
• Proven ability to train and develop staff.
• Knowledge of DOT/OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily terminal operations and ensure safety.
• Manage budgets and financial reporting.
• Develop and mentor managers, supervisors, and drivers.
• Monitor performance and enforce procedures.

Skills

Operational leadership

Team development

Budget oversight

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Logistics

Job description

LOCATION

Our client is a well-established, nationally recognized logistics provider with 20+ asset based locations nationally. Their service offerings include Drayage, Warehousing, Transloading, Full Truck Load, and Container services.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Terminal Manager will lead a fast-paced operation and be responsible for managing all day-to-day operations at their Savannah Terminal.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for all metrics, financial results, and development of managers, supervisors, drivers, dockworkers, and other support personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure all work is performed according to approved procedures, standards, and specifications for all operations.
• Demonstrate operational management experience.
• Coordinate assignments, monitor performance, and provide training on relevant job duties.
• Lead staff in their routine operations and be present on-site to address questions and issues as they arise.
• Accountable for adherence to budget and overall financial performance.
• Maintain a sound and efficient financial reporting process including journal entries, intercompany cost allocations, consolidations, etc.
• Ensure workplace safety is a top priority.

Education and/or Experience:

• Experience in drayage, transload, and value-added transportation services.
• Knowledge of DOT and OSHA
• Understand P&L statements and analyze areas for production improvement.
• Experience creating a high-trust, high-performance, team culture.
• Demonstrated leadership and people-management skills.
• Ability to provide structure and planning to meet the terminal and regional goals.