Transportation Manager

Swift Transportation; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 50,900 - 61,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Paid training

Tuition Assistance Programs

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job summary

Swift Transportation, based in Decatur, Georgia, is seeking candidates for an Operations role focused on providing business opportunities and guidance to Owner Operators. The ideal applicant should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a positive, can-do attitude.

This position plays a crucial role in optimizing income for Owner Operators, managing safety performance, and ensuring efficient operations. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, 401k, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Operations, Planning, or Customer Accounts required.
• Must possess a winning can-do attitude.
• Ability to work in high pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with Owner Operators and Company Driving Associates.
• Provide viable freight options to Owner Operators.
• Manage safety performance to meet insurance targets.

Skills

Operations experience

Planning experience

Customer accounts experience

Sales/consulting skills

Ability to multi-task

High pressure environment skills

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Who We Are:

Swift Transportation has been an Industry leader for many years with a profound history dating back to the 1960s. Swift is the largest truckload carrier in America with various locations throughout the nation that allow our drivers, shop employees, and office staff to cultivate strong connections. We are a company that is passionate about continual learning and improvement which in turn, allows for a diverse amount of advancement and growth opportunities. We place a strong emphasis on culture because we strongly believe that it is a key contributor in achieving overall results here at Swift.

Job Responsibilities: What you will do

Serve a fleet of 10+ Owner Operators by providing business opportunities and guidance.

• Build and nurture long-lasting relationships with Owner Operators and Company Driving Associates.
• Provide Owner Operators with viable freight options from Swift's network.
• Track frequency of load rejections and provide Owner/Operator with consequences of continually rejecting viable freight options and impact on settlements which, if negative, can lead to contract termination.
• Routinely review Owner Operator revenue goals and provide verbal and written advice on ways to optimize their income.
• Proactively manage safety performance to achieve insurance and claims cost as a percentage of revenue targets.
• Track safety events and provide company leadership and Owner/Operator with documented risk assessments and recommended actions up to and including contract termination.
• Collaborate with Planner(s) to ensure assigned Owner/Operators have viable freight options.
• Develop strategies and sponsor key initiatives which lead to successful owner operators.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

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Qualifications: What you need to bring

• 2+ years' in Operations and/or Planning and/or Customer Accounts required.
• Previous Driver Leader experience required.
• Must be able to sell/consult a business model.
• Must possess a winning can-do attitude.
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize thru an ever changing environment.
• Must be able to work in high pressure situations in a fast paced environment.
• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.
• Bachelor's preferred.

Pay Range

$50,900.00 - $61,800.00 Annual

What we offer:

Our Benefits Package includes 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance as well as pet insurance. We also offer an Employee Stock Purchase plan, paid training, wellness programs, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Assistance Programs (subject to change), Military Leave, and discounts with our vendors.

Volunteer opportunities to support our local communities - We have an adoration for helping others which is why we have worked hard to establish partnerships with organizations such as Children's Miracle Network and Habitat for Humanity that allow us to give back.

Training, Development & Growth Opportunities - Our success at Swift is driven by our people! Our goal is to provide a supportive environment that promotes growth and advancement. We invest the time to ensure our employees receive the best training, along with all the tools and resources to thrive.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - A diverse workforce allows us to achieve a dynamic business advantage where we can openly collaborate, thus bringing new ideas to the table that contribute to innovative and effective solutions. Everyone at Swift has a voice and your opinion matters.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.