Logistics Operations Lead: On-Time Shipments

FedEx Freight; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Des Moines, IA, seeks a Logistics Supervisor to lead a team and ensure shipments move on time and damage-free. You will coach staff, schedule daily manpower, monitor safety and service levels, and collaborate with partners to meet customer commitments.

The role requires a high school diploma, strong communication skills, willingness to travel, and knowledge of LTL, DOT/OSHA rules, NMFC tariffs and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of LTL industry, DOT rules and regulations, OSHA laws, hazardous materials regulations, NMFC and tariff rules, and company policies.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Multi-tasked and well organized.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Internet.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, educate and develop employees with focus on retention and growth.
• Supervise and direct employee work with emphasis on quality, safety and customer deliverables.
• Monitor unsafe acts/conditions and provide corrective actions and follow-up.
• Plan daily manpower needs and create schedules for timely deliveries and pickups.
• Communicate assignments clearly and coordinate with all staff.
• Monitor service freight and ensure cut time compliance.
• Identify opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiencies while maintaining safety.
• Assist customers with rate quotes, claims information and appointments.
• Monitor performance data and contribute to reporting.
• Build strong relationships with business partners to meet service standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight in Des Moines, IA, seeks a Logistics Supervisor to lead a team and ensure shipments move on time and damage-free. You will coach staff, schedule daily manpower, monitor safety and service levels, and collaborate with partners to meet customer commitments.

The role requires a high school diploma, strong communication skills, willingness to travel, and knowledge of LTL, DOT/OSHA rules, NMFC tariffs and Microsoft Office.