Outbound Operations Leader, LTL Logistics

Central Transport; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Central Transport is seeking a seasoned terminal operations leader to oversee outbound activities and coordinate a team of drivers and dock personnel. You will drive safety, efficiency, and service quality across the dock and loading processes.

Ideal candidate brings extensive LTL operations experience, proven leadership, and the ability to coach and mentor staff while maintaining tight production schedules and compliance with DOT/OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a team in transportation operations, preferably LTL.
• Strong understanding of the LTL trucking industry and operations.
• Prior management, dispatch and dock experience required in LTL trucking.
• Must have leadership skills including hiring, coaching, and mentoring employees.
• Willingness to work 50 hours/week and diverse shifts, including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee outbound operations for the terminal dock and manage unloading, forklift traffic, and proper palletized freight handling.
• Lead and coordinate up to 30 local LTL drivers and dock personnel to meet production goals.
• Use independent judgment to build loads based on labor and freight levels and monitor trailer load safety and weight.
• Provide leadership and accountability to drivers and dock staff, ensuring safety and DOT/OSHA compliance.
• Monitor dock production and hours to meet or exceed KPI targets and ensure high service levels.

Skills

Team management

LTL trucking

Dispatch experience

Dock experience

Leadership

Coaching & mentoring

Customer service

Technology aptitude

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Central Transport is seeking a seasoned terminal operations leader to oversee outbound activities and coordinate a team of drivers and dock personnel. You will drive safety, efficiency, and service quality across the dock and loading processes.

Ideal candidate brings extensive LTL operations experience, proven leadership, and the ability to coach and mentor staff while maintaining tight production schedules and compliance with DOT/OSHA standards.