Manager, Freight Operations

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global provider of transportation services as a Freight Operations Manager. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic team while ensuring efficient delivery services. With a focus on operational excellence, you will manage revenue and cost controls, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The company values growth and development, providing a competitive compensation package, health benefits from day one, and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to take on challenges and drive positive results, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Education Assistance

Incentive Plan

Qualifications

• 4 years of related work experience in freight operations.
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure effective delivery service.
• Manage staffing and mentor personnel at the facility.

Skills

Management Experience

LTL Industry Knowledge

Hazardous Materials Regulations

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Military Experience

Job description

What you’ll need to succeed as a Freight Operations Manager at XPO

• 4 years of related work experience
• Supervisory or management experience
• Experience in the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry
• Experience with hazardous materials regulations, OSHA and Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, 4 years of related work experience or equivalent military experience
• LTL freight management and/or service center/management experience
• Experience driving a forklift
• Strong interpersonal and management skills; ability to effectively lead, coach and influence employees
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for the intended audience

About the Freight Operations Manager job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance benefits available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Handle the efficiency and effectiveness of the delivery service provided to our customers
• Guide the complete daily operations of the service center
• Oversee revenue, profit and cost controls
• Ensure proper staffing, utilization and management of personnel
• Mentor and manage all personnel working at the facility

Freight Operations Managers are required to:

• Frequently lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally greater than 75 lbs.
• Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel
• Work outdoors in inclement weather
• Walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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About the company

XPO provides pivotal supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels to join our 97,000-strong workforce and deliver the caliber of service our customers require. If you’re ready to move the world forward, we’d like to invest in you. (NYSE: XPO)