Terminal Manager

R+L Carriers; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation after 90 days

Job summary

R+L Carriers is seeking a Terminal Manager for our Shreveport, LA Service Center. This full-time role requires planning, organizing and directing all service center operations to achieve profitability and service goals.

The ideal candidate will lead a team, manage personnel actions, support account managers, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance in daily operations. A strong knowledge of LTL industry and related regulations is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and logistical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead all service center operations to ensure profitability and service goals.
• Oversee hiring, promotions, transfers and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Develop employees through coaching and training.
• Assist account managers with customer acquisition and retention.
• Prepare action plans to meet productivity and service targets.
• Manage safety, security and loss prevention per guidelines.
• Ensure clean and safe facility and equipment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving

organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Terminal Manager

Full‑Time, Monday‑Friday

Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment

R+L Carriers is currently seeking a Terminal Manager at our Shreveport, LA Service Center to plan, organize, manage, and direct all service center operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all financial aspects of the service center operation for profitable results including revenue attainment, cost control, and yield improvement.
• Recommend and initiate personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures.
• Lead, educate and develop employees.
• Assist account managers in the identification, acquisition, and retention of customers.
• Prepare and implement action plans to ensure planned productivity and service goals are achieved.
• Prepare and manage safety, security, and loss prevention procedures in accordance with Company, OSHA, and DOT guidelines.
• Responsible for the clean and safe working condition of the facility and equipment.
• Submit various financial and operational reports and action plans as directed.
• Interpret, implement, and enforce Service Center Work Instructions and Company policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Regional Director.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Candidates must have proven leadership experience and the ability to lead in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of LTL Industry, DOT Rules and Regulations, OSHA Laws, Hazardous Materials Regulations, NMFC and Tariff Rules, and company policies and procedures, preferred.
• Strong Organizational /Communication/ and Logistical skills with solid problem‑solving abilities.
• Knowledge of all aspects of ensuring quality freight handling techniques preferred.
• Must have computer skills, and be proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of the City and surrounding areas.