Operations Manager

Jobtailor; Mississippi; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Transportation and Logistics Manager to oversee daily operations, coordinate with internal teams, and develop strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

The ideal candidate has at least five years in logistics management, knowledge of freight forwarding, TMS software, and strong communication skills. This role requires English fluency and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in transportation, logistics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in transportation and logistics management.
• Experience in freight forwarding industry preferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations and compliance.
• Fluent in English, oral and written.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the transportation and logistics department.
• Coordinate with sales and customer service to meet customer needs.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with carriers and suppliers to maintain reliable services.
• Monitor performance metrics and take corrective actions.
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Provide timely reports to management.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities to optimize operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Working under pressure

Time management

TMS knowledge

Microsoft Office

English fluency

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in transportation and logistics, supply chain management, or related field

Tools

TMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee the transportation and logistics department's daily operations to ensure all processes run smoothly and efficiently.
• Coordinate with internal departments, such as sales and customer service, to ensure customer needs are met.
• Develop and implement transportation and logistics strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase profitability.
• Collaborate with external partners, such as carriers and suppliers, to maintain strong relationships and ensure reliable transportation services.
• Monitor transportation and logistics performance metrics and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Conduct regular audits of transportation and logistics processes to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Provide timely and accurate reports on transportation and logistics activities to management.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize transportation and logistics operations.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in transportation and logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation and logistics management is required.
• Experience in the freight forwarding industry is preferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of transportation and logistics regulations and compliance.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Certification in transportation and logistics, such as Certified Transportation Professional (CTP) or Certified Logistics Professional (CLP) is preferred.
• Experience with transportation management software (TMS) is preferred.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in transportation and logistics management, with a focus on developing strategies to enhance efficiency and compliance. Proficient in utilizing transportation management software and delivering analytical insights to optimize operations.