Senior Transportation Manager

GEODIS; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Career development programs

Wellness and fitness perks

Financial wellness programs

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

GEODIS in Phoenix seeks a Senior Transportation Operations Manager to lead the Transportation Department, coordinating activities and serving as the primary liaison between GEODIS and clients.

You will develop strategic plans for the division, establish policies for efficient transportation and terminal operations, monitor performance, and guide staff through hiring, evaluations and development opportunities. The role promises strong growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4 year college or university.
• 6 to 8 years related experience and/or training.
• Must be PC literate and proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to read and write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and co-workers.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates and manages operational and administrative activities for Transportation Department.
• Develops strategic plan for direction of the assigned division for the future.
• Develops policies, programs, and procedures for efficient operation of transportation system and terminal operations.
• Directs compilations and issuance of timetables and statistical surveys.
• Conducts surveys to evaluate performance of operations and recommends changes.
• Reviews and analyzes reports such as revenue, performance records, and seat occupancy patterns to secure information for recommended changes.
• Monitors accounts receivable and delinquent accounts to minimize bad debt write-offs and improve collections.
• Organizes and participates in meetings with staff members to determine objectives.
• Manages transportation personnel including hiring, performance appraisals, promotions and staffing.
• Recommends appropriate solutions to problems.
• Provides “spot rate” quotations based on established pricing and profitability guidelines.
• Assists sales with rate quotations and transportation contracts as needed.
• Ensures all equipment is licensed, permitted and the proper documentation is available upon request by the Department of Transportation.
• Investigates all truck related accidents/incidents to ensure timely processing of the claim.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Report writing

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities. Our hybrid work schedule requires team members to be in the office four days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely one day each week.

Position Summary:

The Senior Transportation Operations Manager is responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining the activities of the Transportation Department for assigned facilities. The position provides leadership to the transportation team and is the liaison between the Company and its customers.

Your role on the team:

• Develops, coordinates and manages operational and administrative activities for Transportation Department
• Develops strategic plan for direction of the assigned division for the future
• Develops policies, programs, and procedures for efficient operation of transportation system and terminal operations
• Directs compilations and issuance of timetables and statistical surveys
• Conducts surveys to evaluate performance of operations and recommends changes
• Reviews and analyzes reports such as revenue, performance records, and seat occupancy patterns to secure information for recommended changes
• Monitors accounts receivable and delinquent accounts to minimize bad debt write-offs and improve collections
• Organizes and participates in meetings with staff members to determine objectives
• Manages transportation personnel including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, promotions and staffing
• Recommends appropriate solutions to problems
• Provides “spot rate” quotations based on established pricing and profitability guidelines
• Assists sales with rate quotations and transportation contracts as needed
• Ensures all equipment is licensed, permitted and the proper documentation is available upon request by the Department of Transportation
• Investigates all truck related accidents/incidents to ensure timely processing of the claim
• Other duties as required and assigned

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4 year college or university
• Minimum 6 to 8 years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and training
• Must be PC literate and proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Ability to read and write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and co-workers
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

What you gain from joining our team:

• Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app.
• Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health available first day of employment!
• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
• Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
• Free financial wellness programs
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
• + more!