Manager, Linehaul - Hybrid

XPO; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health insurance on day one

PTO up to 15 days first year

9 paid company holidays

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Incentive plan

Job summary

XPO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Linehaul in Ann Arbor, MI to lead linehaul operations, drive cost efficiency and build strong carrier partnerships. The role requires strategic leadership, BI reporting and collaboration with field teams to improve execution.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in LTL/transport, strong communication skills and the ability to manage on-site and remote teams, with opportunities for growth, training and an emphasis on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an LTL, supply chain or transportation service company
• Prior experience purchasing LTL and Truckload transportation
• Previous supervisory experience in a team-focused environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management techniques and processes
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint); able to perform and direct moderately complex analysis in Excel
• Strong analytical skills including using business intelligence tools
• Able to manage personnel on-site and remotely

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with direct reports and departmental teams on achieving goals and performance targets
• Drive for results through leadership and clear communication with the team; create continuous improvement opportunities to reduce costs and improve profitability
• Participate in establishing strategic plans with the senior management team; develop IT solutions, BI reports and third-party transportation providers
• Partner with field management teams to aggressively search for opportunities to improve operational execution, cost savings and profitability
• Collaborate with all levels and departments to include executives and leaders of several functional areas, including Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Finance, IT, BI and Safety
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for assigned area; manage multiple teams with related activities that represent or significantly impact a sub-function
• Oversee projects that directly impact business unit strategy
• Participate in business unit or corporate development of methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for projects, programs and people
• Continually review network design and apply modifications as needed
• Build and maintain partnerships with third-party transportation providers

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Team management

Communication

Remote/on-site management

BI reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI / BI tools

Job description

What you’ll need to succeed as a Manager, Linehaul at XPO

• 5 years of experience in an LTL, supply chain or transportation service company
• Prior experience purchasing LTL and Truckload transportation
• Previous supervisory experience in a team-focused environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management techniques and processes
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint); able to perform and direct moderately complex analysis in Excel
• Strong analytical skills including using business intelligence tools
• Able to manage personnel on-site and remotely

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field such as Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Finance, etc. or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Available to travel up to 25% of the time
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and leadership skills
• Able to maintain confidentiality with sensitive materials and information

About the Manager, Linehaul job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance benefits are 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:

• Collaborate with direct reports and departmental teams on achieving goals and performance targets
• Drive for results through leadership and clear communication with the team; create continuous improvement opportunities to reduce costs and improve profitability
• Participate in establishing strategic plans with the senior management team; develop IT solutions, BI reports and third-party transportation providers
• Partner with field management teams to aggressively search for opportunities to improve operational execution, cost savings and profitability
• Collaborate with all levels and departments to include executives and leaders of several functional areas, including Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Finance, IT, BI and Safety
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for assigned area; manage multiple teams with related activities that represent or significantly impact a sub-function
• Oversee projects that directly impact business unit strategy
• Participate in business unit or corporate development of methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for projects, programs and people
• Continually review network design and apply modifications as needed
• Build and maintain partnerships with third-party transportation providers

XPO does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for employment in the United States for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

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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Nearest Major Market: Ann Arbor
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit