Terminal Operations Leader

Lightning Transportation, Inc.; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

Life Insurance

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Lightning Transportation, Inc. is seeking a results-driven Terminal Manager to lead daily terminal operations, optimize container movements, and work closely with drivers to deliver exceptional service.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, process improvements, and strong cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will supervise terminal staff, manage KPI-driven performance, and partner with safety and sales teams to ensure service levels

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business Management, or related field, or five years of relevant work experience.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience overseeing terminal operations.
• Working knowledge of Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and Microsoft Word.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day terminal operations including scheduling, dispatching, and tracking container movements.
• Analyze data and KPI reports to identify trends and drive profitability improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and best practices.
• Serve as a positive representative in customer calls, emails, and meetings, and coordinate with sales on opportunities and SOPs.
• Monitor and ensure data accuracy in tracking systems to control costs and billing, providing visibility.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business Management, or related field

Five years of relevant work experience

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Microsoft Word

Job description

Lightning Transportation, Inc. is seeking a results-driven Terminal Manager to lead daily terminal operations, optimize container movements, and work closely with drivers to deliver exceptional service.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, process improvements, and strong cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will supervise terminal staff, manage KPI-driven performance, and partner with safety and sales teams to ensure service levels