Logistics Operations Leader for Growth & Profitability

Anderson Trucking Service; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) Program

PTO & Holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

ATS Logistics, a Jacksonville-based logistics provider, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead multi‑divisional operations, drive revenue growth, and optimize margins. You will partner with Sales, Customer Service, Pricing, and Executive Leadership to deliver superior service and profitable growth.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on experience in transportation operations, pricing strategies, and carrier management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation)
• 5+ years in transportation, logistics, brokerage, or operations management
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams
• Proven ability to manage budgets, revenue growth, gross margin, and profitability
• Strong understanding of transportation operations, carrier management, pricing strategies, and logistics processes
• Proven ability to lead operational improvements and organizational change
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Strong communication and relationship-building with customers, employees, and leadership
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office, TMS, and operational analytics tools

Responsibilities

• Lead all operational activities for ATS Logistics divisions and align with growth objectives
• Develop annual business plans and performance initiatives to increase revenue and margins
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service and Leadership to identify opportunities and expand market share
• Establish and monitor KPIs for accountability and continuous improvement
• Provide strategic recommendations on resources, capacity, and market opportunities
• Direct transportation and logistics operations to ensure efficient execution and service levels
• Oversee carrier procurement, utilization, and load board management
• Manage contract compliance, risk, and claims resolution
• Leverage data analytics to improve decision-making and profitability
• Represent ATS Logistics with customers, carriers, vendors, and partners
• Mentor and develop operations staff; drive workforce planning and development
• Champion process improvements and technology adoption to boost productivity

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Pricing strategies

Carrier management

Operational analytics

Negotiation

Communication

TMS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

TMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

ATS Logistics, a Jacksonville-based logistics provider, is seeking an Operations Manager to lead multi‑divisional operations, drive revenue growth, and optimize margins. You will partner with Sales, Customer Service, Pricing, and Executive Leadership to deliver superior service and profitable growth.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on experience in transportation operations, pricing strategies, and carrier management.