Growth-Focused Logistics Branch Leader

JAS Worldwide; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Maternity leave

Adoption assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

JAS Forwarding USA is seeking a Branch Manager to oversee end-to-end branch operations in Minneapolis. You will lead on-site staff, optimize productivity, and ensure compliance with ISO standards and local regulations.

You will guide financial management, budgeting, and strategic planning while collaborating with sales to expand customer relationships. Travel up to 20% is required as part of duties.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinking and planning to translate strategy into actionable operational plans.
• Proven leadership including recruitment, training, coaching, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Strong financial acumen with P&L management.

Responsibilities

• Exceed customer expectations by providing highest possible service quality to customers.
• Optimize branch transactions, increase sales and decrease costs.
• Optimize staffing productivity and resource use.
• Grow business within geographical area and maximize potential.
• Adhere to ISO policies and local laws.
• Manage P&L including accounting, finance and strategic planning.
• Prepare yearly local budget including investments and staffing.
• Develop and expand customer relationships with sales.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Customer focus

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

5+ years managerial experience

10+ years freight forwarding experience

P&L experience

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

JAS Forwarding USA is seeking a Branch Manager to oversee end-to-end branch operations in Minneapolis. You will lead on-site staff, optimize productivity, and ensure compliance with ISO standards and local regulations.

You will guide financial management, budgeting, and strategic planning while collaborating with sales to expand customer relationships. Travel up to 20% is required as part of duties.