Startup Operations Lead for New Site Launches

Swift Transportation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift Transportation in Phoenix seeks a hands-on Project Manager to lead the Planning and Implementation Process for new Dedicated Operations. You will develop startup plans, recruit onsite personnel, and coordinate cross-functional teams across departments.

The role requires 1+ years in transportation operations, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, strong communication under pressure, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in transportation operations required.
• Previous project management experience preferred.
• Must be able to work under stress while remaining professional at all times.
• Must be proactive and work efficiently independently with no supervision.
• Must possess good communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Planning and Implementation Process for new Dedicated Operations.
• Develop startup plans for new dedicated operations utilizing various software and/or standardized templates.
• Develop critical work tasks/paths, and follow up to ensure tasks are completed on time to achieve stated objectives.
• Recruit/select onsite-personnel, construct staff and driver job descriptions and expectations, construct driver training manuals and training conducted checklists, organize and conduct driver meetings, work with internal staff to set-up communications, information technology, and equipment supplies.
• Travel to and temporarily resides at start-up site; duration of stay will depend on complexity of the account.

Skills

Transportation operations

Project management

Communication skills

Stress management

Independence / self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Swift Transportation in Phoenix seeks a hands-on Project Manager to lead the Planning and Implementation Process for new Dedicated Operations. You will develop startup plans, recruit onsite personnel, and coordinate cross-functional teams across departments.

The role requires 1+ years in transportation operations, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, strong communication under pressure, and the ability to work independently.