Sr. Operations Manager

Crane Worldwide Logistics LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Incentive Plan

Paid Time Off (136 hours)

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition program

Volunteer Time Off

Employee Discounts

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Crane Worldwide Logistics LLC seeks an experienced Operations Leader to manage daily logistics activities, cost controls, and reporting to senior management. The role includes steering client services, safety compliance, and HR activities within a fast-paced environment.

You will drive budgeting processes, analyze performance trends, and ensure regulatory compliance across U.S. and international shipments, while safeguarding company information and promoting regional best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher in a relevant field with demonstrated leadership experience.
• 10–15 years of management experience in logistics or transportation.
• Strong knowledge of safety, DOT, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning and daily operations management of logistics functions.
• Oversee client services, information collection and analysis, and reporting to upper management.
• Manage cost control, budgeting, revenue and profitability; communicate reports and trends.
• Handle HR activities including hiring, training, and employee orientation.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance for corporate and government requirements.
• Protect company information and maintain professional standards.
• Keep knowledge up-to-date and apply best practices regionally.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Operations management

Budgeting

Cost control

Logistics

HR management

Regulatory compliance

Process improvement

Education

Degree in Logistics, Transportation Management, or Business

Job description

• Strategic planning and management of daily operations which includes overseeing logistics functions, client services, information collection and analysis.
• Responsible for cost control, budgeting, revenue and profitability. This includes creating, and effectively communicating operational and functional reports and information to upper management in order to analysis trends, revenue, cost control, and productivity.
• The position also handles many human resource activities, including hiring and firing, training and employee orientation.
• The position handles aspects of safety and compliance, responsible for compliance of corporate and government regulations regarding safety, environmental, and transportation issues.
• Protects company's image by keeping company and employee information confidential.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Maintain company's core value and best practices throughout regional operations
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Talking, hearing and using hands to operate computer equipment
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
• Job will require punctual attendance and regular presence on-site at the assigned work location.

Other Skills & Abilities

• Ability to establish positive working relationships and work as a team.
• Ability to effectively communication with all levels of staff and management.
• Ability to motivate employees to work at their very best while creating an environment they look forward to every day.
• Organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to solve problems quickly and move on.
• Multitasking, problem solving and quick decision making skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment.
• Ability to organize information into usable reports and graphs.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations for the transportation of goods by Ground / Air in the US and International Imports & Exports, Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, dangerous goods regulations, transportation modes, traffic routes, trucking lanes and the country's most efficient highways.

Education & Experience

• A degree in Logistics, Transportation Management, or Business or equivalent work experience.
• 10-15 years of management experience and knowledge of the transportation industry.

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

We offer:

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

Company benefits are contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements and plan conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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