Senior Transport Operations Lead - 2nd Shift

RJW Logistics Group; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RJW Logistics Group is seeking an experienced Transport Operations Manager in Illinois to oversee order acceptance, dispatch, and the efficient use of our fleet. The role focuses on leading transport personnel, maintaining compliance with company policies, and ensuring customer satisfaction and profitability.

You will manage scheduling, supervise fleet managers, and coordinate with other departments while driving continuous operational improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in logistics/Truckload transportation.
• 2+ supervisory experience.
• Experience dealing with a diverse carrier base.
• Excellent leadership and verbal/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee acceptance and solicitation of orders from customers.
• Schedule orders to drivers and dispatch drivers.
• Optimize utilization and movement of trucks and trailers.
• Hire, train, review, and terminate departmental personnel.
• Maintain effective communication with other RJW managers.
• Document orders and inventories properly.
• Understand RJW goals, policies, and procedures.
• Manage locations and availability of trailers and trucks.
• Supervise RJW Fleet Managers.
• Recommend equipment procurement to meet turnover needs.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal and written communication

Under pressure performance

Adapt to change

Tools

TMS

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

RJW Logistics Group is seeking an experienced Transport Operations Manager in Illinois to oversee order acceptance, dispatch, and the efficient use of our fleet. The role focuses on leading transport personnel, maintaining compliance with company policies, and ensuring customer satisfaction and profitability.

You will manage scheduling, supervise fleet managers, and coordinate with other departments while driving continuous operational improvements.