General Manager of Central Yard Operations

OnTrac; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 104,800 - 157,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive individual and group benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off including Holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Safe and clean work environment

Job summary

A logistics company in Texas is seeking a General Manager of Central Yard Operations to enhance yard execution across all hubs. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of operational leadership experience and excel in financial acumen and problem-solving. Key responsibilities include managing a 24/7 control team, driving throughput improvements, and overseeing performance metrics. The role comes with competitive benefits, including medical and dental insurance and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of operational leadership experience, including network-level responsibility.
• Comprehensive understanding of hub operations and yard management execution.
• Ability to analyze operational data and identify issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead centralized yard execution across all hubs.
• Oversee a 24/7 central yard control team.
• Drive throughput improvements tied to trailer move time reduction.
• Manage the centralized staffing model and operating budget.

Skills

Operational leadership experience

Financial acumen

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

General Manager of Central Yard Operations

Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding company where you can both learn and make a meaningful impact? If you possess a strong sense of empathy, enjoy assisting others, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and excel at problem‑solving, we encourage you to apply today to connect with a recruiter!

Founded in 1986, OnTrac has evolved into the leading provider of same‑day and next‑day delivery services in the U.S. for premier e‑commerce and product‑supply businesses, including five of the largest retailers in the U.S.

Location

802 East Centre Park Blvd DeSoto, TX 75115

Pay

$104,800 – $157,200.

Shift

Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm (Hours subject to change based on the needs of the business)

Employment Logistics

The Central Yard Operations General Manager leads network‑wide centralized yard execution across all hubs. This role is accountable for trailer prioritization, move sequencing, and yard performance standards that directly impact throughput, on‑time departures, and cost per package. The General Manager owns the operating model for a 24/7 central yard control team and establishes consistent execution across time zones and sites.

This role sets network targets for trailer move time, door dwell, and yard dwell, and ensures adherence through real‑time monitoring, standardized Yard Management System (YMS) workflows, and defined escalation paths. The General Manager partners with Hub Operations, Linehaul, Technology, and Finance to align yard execution with enterprise service and cost objectives. The role is responsible for implementing centralized control across all hubs, driving measurable productivity gains, managing the associated operating budget, and reporting performance and financial impact to senior leadership.

Unpacking The Benefits

• Competitive individual and group benefits
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off including Holiday pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Safe and clean work environment

The Must‑Haves

• 10+ years of relevant operational leadership experience, including multi‑shift or network‑level responsibility, with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Up to 75% Travel
• Comprehensive understanding of hub operations, linehaul dependencies, dock flow, and yard management execution
• Strong financial acumen, including budget ownership, cost‑per‑package analysis, and productivity modeling
• Ability to analyze operational data, identify root causes of dwell and delay, and implement corrective controls

Your Mission In Motion

• Lead centralized yard execution across all hubs, owning trailer prioritization and sequencing to ensure safety, eliminate rolled priority freight, and maximize throughput
• Oversee a 24/7 central yard control team, driving consistent decision‑making across time zones
• Establish and manage network targets for trailer move time, door dwell, and yard dwell
• Drive measurable throughput improvements tied to trailer move time reduction
• Partner with Technology to optimize YMS configuration and system enhancements
• Align with local Operations leadership to define decision rights, safety compliance boundaries, and escalation protocols
• Oversee performance reporting across real‑time, daily, weekly, and monthly metrics, including yard productivity and linehaul departure adherence
• Lead Monthly Business Reviews to evaluate operational performance and financial impact
• Manage the centralized staffing model, operating budget, and Hostler staffing execution
• Direct phased rollout and activation of centralized yard execution across all hubs
• Translate operational metrics into financial outcomes and network‑level decisions
• Solve complex, cross‑functional challenges by developing strategic, data‑driven solutions
• Anticipate emerging trends and market dynamics to strengthen long‑term competitive positioning
• Lead hourly associates in a high‑throughput, 24/7 operating environment
• Collaborate effectively across Operations, Technology, Linehaul, and Finance

Paving Your Way To Your Success

• As the Central Yard Operations General Manager, you will architect and lead a high‑performing, network‑wide centralized yard execution model that drives safety, precision, and measurable operational impact
• You will design and sustain the operating model for a 24/7 central yard control team, ensuring consistent decision‑making and standardized execution
• Partnering closely with Hub Operations, Linehaul, Technology, and Finance, you will align yard strategy with enterprise service commitments and financial objectives

Apply Today

If you are excited to be part of our team and grow with our OnTrac family, we invite you to apply!

Equal Opportunity Statement

OnTrac is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OnTrac is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or age. Join us in our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Lasership, Inc. dba OnTrac Final Mile with its affiliates, including OnTrac Logistics, Inc. (collectively, "OnTrac" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer.