Highway Logistics Branch Manager - Growth & Operations

Watco; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Watco is seeking a Branch Manager for Highway Logistics in Houston, TX. You will lead sales and operations of Brokerage Services within the Watco Supply Chain Services portfolio, develop a sales culture, and drive growth while managing hiring, training, and P&L responsibilities.

In this role you will supervise a high-performance team, coordinate with other Watco units, and ensure EBITDA plans are met. Travel as assigned and a strong focus on customer-driven solutions are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation or supply chain preferred.
• Business development and sales knowledge recommended; highway service knowledge beneficial.
• RMIS skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop the operational, budgeting, and forecasting plans for the branch.
• Determine specific industries or modes for the branch to focus on.
• Ensure a balanced investment approach between business development and operations.
• Develop a sales culture throughout all positions of the branch.
• Develop or review detailed financial plans, profit and loss income statement and adherence to the EBITDA plan.
• Work with other Watco operating units to develop joint approaches to customer development and growth.
• Deliver cost effective solutions that keeps the long-term interest of the customer as the priority.
• Create a high-performance team atmosphere that fosters innovation, high productivity, and low turnover.
• Set and monitor team performance to ensure annual goals and objectives are achieved.
• Effectively supervise and manage direct reports by providing team leadership and motivation.

Skills

Transportation/supply chain experience

Business development

Sales knowledge

Highway service knowledge

RMIS skills

Job description

Watco is seeking a Branch Manager for Highway Logistics in Houston, TX. You will lead sales and operations of Brokerage Services within the Watco Supply Chain Services portfolio, develop a sales culture, and drive growth while managing hiring, training, and P&L responsibilities.

In this role you will supervise a high-performance team, coordinate with other Watco units, and ensure EBITDA plans are met. Travel as assigned and a strong focus on customer-driven solutions are essential.