Senior Manager of Capacity

Vektor Logistics, Inc.; Fresno (CA); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A logistics and transportation firm is seeking a Senior Manager of Capacity to lead the development of carrier networks and optimize freight capacity. You will manage a team and drive operational excellence through strategic planning and technology integration. The ideal candidate has 6-10+ years of experience in logistics with strong leadership and analytical skills. This role is integral to ensuring efficient transportation execution and fostering relationships with carriers and vendors.

Qualifikationen

• 6-10+ years experience in logistics, transportation, or capacity management.
• Strong track record in leadership roles with a focus on team development.
• Expertise in optimizing freight networks with analytical problem-solving skills.

Aufgaben

• Oversee and mentor a team of capacity managers to promote growth.
• Develop strategies for ensuring reliability and cost optimization.
• Identify best practices to enhance delivery rates and service efficiency.
• Leverage technology to improve visibility and automation in logistics.
• Negotiate favorable agreements with carriers and vendors.
• Define KPIs and implement improvement initiatives for performance.
• Develop contingency plans for supply chain stability.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Team Management

Operational Efficiency

Analytical Skills

Negotiation

Tools

Turvo

Jobbeschreibung

Description

As Senior Manager of Capacity, you will lead the strategic development of carrier networks, optimize freight capacity, and manage/develop a team responsible for ensuring seamless transportation execution. You will drive operational efficiency, foster industry partnerships, and develop scalable strategies that align with Vektor’s business goals all while keeping people at the center of what you do.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & People Management: Oversee and mentor a team of capacity managers, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
• Strategic Capacity Planning: Develop high-impact strategies to ensure carrier network reliability, cost optimization, and long-term scalability.
• Operational Excellence: Identify and implement best practices to streamline freight movement, enhance on-time delivery rates, and maximize service efficiency.
• Technology Integration: Leverage platforms like Turvo and emerging logistics technology to improve network visibility and automation.
• Stakeholder & Carrier Relations: Lead high-level negotiations with carriers and vendors to secure favorable agreements and drive operational success.
• Performance Metrics & Continuous Improvement: Define key KPIs, monitor team and carrier performance, and implement structured improvement initiatives.
• Risk Management & Business Continuity: Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions and ensure stability across operations.

Requirements

• 6-10+ years experience in logistics, transportation, or capacity management, with a strong track record in leadership roles.
• Proven ability to manage, develop, and inspire teams while driving operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills, with expertise in optimizing freight networks.
• Proficiency in transportation management systems, including Turvo or similar platforms.
• Exceptional negotiation and relationship-building capabilities to manage carriers and vendors.