Senior Transportation Operations Leader

Penske Logistics; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Logistics in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Operations Manager to lead teams in a dynamic transportation and logistics setting. You will ensure customer requirements are met while achieving Penske goals and executing the site financial operating plan.

The role emphasizes building a safety-first culture, driving continuous improvement in operations, and coordinating with customers and other Penske sites to maximize efficiency.

Qualifications

• 4 - 6 years related functional experience.
• 3+ years managerial or supervisory experience with DOT regulated positions required
• High School degree or equivalent required
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint required
• Must have ability to connect and build rapport with associates and external customers at all levels
• Must have time management and organizational skills with follow-up and follow through
• Ability to manage through a problem and think and make decisions independently
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute annual financial operating plan
• Ability to drive process improvement and lead change
• Must demonstrate ownership and responsibility for running the operation with urgency
• Strong written/oral communication and active listening skills required
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential
• Willingness to travel and complete background checks and drug screening required

Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain trained and competent supervisors and associates and align work to customer objectives
• Recruit, hire, train, develop and retain quality associates
• Maintain effective two-way communication to inform and motivate staff
• Build strong relationships with associates, customers and supporting departments
• Meet or exceed customer KPIs and objectives
• Engage daily with local customer to understand needs
• Lead improvements in routes, carrier selection, backhauls and trailer loading
• Collaborate with Penske sites to share best practices

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Financial management

Safety culture

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Penske Logistics in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Operations Manager to lead teams in a dynamic transportation and logistics setting. You will ensure customer requirements are met while achieving Penske goals and executing the site financial operating plan.

The role emphasizes building a safety-first culture, driving continuous improvement in operations, and coordinating with customers and other Penske sites to maximize efficiency.