Regional Operations Manager

Werner-Enterprises; Monroe (CT); On-site; USD 66,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability plans

Job summary

Werner Enterprises is seeking a Regional Operations Manager to lead a regional logistics team in a non-remote, on-site role based in Monroe, CT, with additional support locations. You will drive region growth, manage expenses and carrier relationships, and coordinate with sales and service teams to meet customer expectations.

The position requires up to 50% travel, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of freight pricing, Werner systems, and carrier networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation or Logistics preferred.
• 7–10 years of logistics experience; multi-unit field leader 3–5 years.
• 7–10 years third party capacity / White Glove Residential Delivery experience.
• Profit and Loss accountability preferred.
• Strong management or supervisory experience of 7–10 years or more.
• Road Warrior travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Strategize, implement, and execute growth of region.
• Onboard, develop and retain top talent.
• Participate in carrier/customer visits.
• Assure freight is covered timely per policy.
• Support in pricing process of freight for the region.

Skills

Leadership

P&L accountability

Rate negotiation

Carrier relations

Team management

Travel up to 50%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation or Logistics

Job description

Position: Regional Operations ManagerDepartment / Industry: Transportation - 3PL (third-party logistics) / White Glove Residential DeliveryBase Location: Monroe, ConnecticutSupporting Locations : 4-5 New Hampshire (Hudson / Portsmouth) Bangor, Maine, Piscataway, New JerseyWork Environment : On Site Warehouse, client locations.Shift : Full TimeReports to : Director of OperationsAccounts : Bobs Discount FurnitureJob Profile SummaryThis position is responsible for managing a regional team within our Logistics division including supervision of personnel across a region, expense management, accountability for financial performance and execution of the talent strategy. This position will work with the Carrier Sales Team, Capacity Procurement Team as well as Logistics Sales and Customer Service Teams to execute the matching of loads to capacity, assuring we move freight that meets customer expectations within our carriers that meet our qualifications while growing our carrier base and building long term relationships. This is a non-remote position.The job functions listed below represent the essential job duties and responsibilities of the above-listed position.Strategize, implement, and execute growth of region.Onboard, develop and retain top talent.Participate in carrier/customer visits.Additional related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.Additional Job DescriptionRESPONSIBLITIES:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The job functions listed below represent the essential job duties and responsibilities of the above-listed position. • Assure all freight gets covered timely and in accordance with our internal policy. • Support in the pricing process of freight for the region. • Participate in carrier/customer visits. • Additional related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel. • Talent Development • Rate negotiation skills. • Strong management skills. • Knowledge of Werner systems to support the business. • Knowledge of market freight rates associated with the region. • Assure office adheres to using only Werner qualified carriers and /or employee 26 ft. box delivery drivers.QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in Transportation or Logistics preferred.Minimum of 7-10 years of logistics experience.Currently in the role of a multi-unit field leader 3-5 years.Third party capacity 7-10 years / White Glove Residential Delivery experience.Experience with Profit and Loss Accountability preferred.Strong background in management or supervisory experience of 7-10 years or more.Road Warrior up to 50% travelWerner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate based on an applicant's age.Company ProfileWerner Enterprises, Inc. was founded in 1956 and is a premier transportation and logistics company, with coverage throughout North America, Asia, Europe, South America, Africa and Australia. Werner maintains its global headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska and maintains offices in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China and Australia. Werner is among the five largest truckload carriers in the United States, with a diversified portfolio of transportation services that includes dedicated; medium-to-long-haul, regional and local van; expedited; temperature-controlled; and flatbed services. Werner’s Logistics portfolio includes freight management, truck brokerage, intermodal, and international services. International services are provided through Werner’s domestic and global subsidiary companies and include ocean, air and ground transportation; freight forwarding; and customs brokerage.The expected starting pay range for this position is $65,925.60 - $87,900.80 annualized salary. Offers determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.By clicking “Submit” you are expressly consenting to our Privacy Policy (available at https://www.werner.com/privacy-policy/ ) and to Werner Enterprises, Inc., its representatives, and affiliates (“Werner”) contacting you about your inquiry, and that Werner may collect sensitive information about you to consider your employment as explained further in our Privacy Policy. 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