Fleet Backhaul & Utilization Specialist

Ruan Transportation Management Systems; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruan Transportation Management Systems in Des Moines, IA is seeking a dedicated professional to independently manage backhaul sourcing and power-only purchased transportation activities within our dedicated operations. You will collaborate with carriers, brokers, customers, and internal teams to support strategic initiatives and continuous improvement across operations.

Responsibilities include daily load tendering, scheduling, tracking, and ensuring accurate communication, while analyzing

Responsibilities

• Manage daily backhaul sourcing and power-only transportation activities with operational decisions affecting utilization and cost.
• Monitor KPIs related to cost, service reliability, utilization, and backhaul efficiency and report findings.
• Coordinate with carriers, brokers, customers, and internal teams to ensure accurate load tendering, scheduling, and documentation.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with FMCSA, DOT, and company policies while maintaining complete records.
• Identify process improvements to reduce costs and improve service quality.

Job description

Ruan Transportation Management Systems in Des Moines, IA is seeking a dedicated professional to independently manage backhaul sourcing and power-only purchased transportation activities within our dedicated operations. You will collaborate with carriers, brokers, customers, and internal teams to support strategic initiatives and continuous improvement across operations.

Responsibilities include daily load tendering, scheduling, tracking, and ensuring accurate communication, while analyzing