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Terminal Manager
Job Description
About the Opportunity A growing transportation and logistics company is seeking an experienced Terminal Manager to lead the daily operations of a busy freight terminal. We are looking for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to safety, operational excellence, customer service, and team development. This organization provides time-critical transportation and logistics solutions across a nationwide network and offers a collaborative culture where leaders are empowered to make decisions, drive results, and build high-performing teams. Job Summary The Terminal Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the terminal, including supervising drivers, dock operations, dispatch, and office personnel. This position ensures efficient freight movement, service execution, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include overseeing labor and operating expenses, maintaining staffing levels, coordinating linehaul schedules, supporting business development efforts, monitoring equipment and freight quality, managing operational documentation and reporting, and partnering with customers and internal teams to resolve issues quickly and effectively. Responsibilities Be responsible for all City Drivers, Line haul Drivers, dock personnel, and help maintain the office staff. Monitor payroll costs to ensure that we are operating as efficiently as possible. Review all expense areas in order to keep costs to a minimum. Assist the sales department in maintaining and expanding our customer base. This will include direct sales on your part, as well as joint calls with our Director of National Sales. Schedule all line hauls to ensure that we meet our service requirements. Continuing to monitor dispatch boards on Pick-up side and Delivery side, as well as monitoring incorrect dates on PODs. Maintain proper staffing to ensure that all customers receive the service that we have committed to. Ensure minimal misrouted and damaged freight. Quality Control of Forklifts, Trailers, Vehicles, and warehouse. Be responsible for drivers logs, trip reports (fuel receipts), vehicle inspections, trailer inspections and ensure they all are maintained in order and filed in an organized manner. Respond to all emails to customers and in-house personnel in a prompt manner. Take on a creative approach to finding solutions to problems. Timely training on all material issued for Safety and Corporate memos. Daily upkeep of the Unprocessed Report to ensure maximum revenue is processed each day/week. Invoicing is once a week on Wednesday it bills through the previous Sunday. We also close the previous month the first week of the new month. Participate in management meeting when looking to discuss future growth of the company and your immediate station. Monitor terminal on site daily to ensure accuracies and well-being of local operations. Fill in for employees who are out on PTO or termed. Actively participate with HR & Safety Department to fill any gaps in staff. Qualifications 3-5 years LTL transportation industry experience. At least 1 year of air freight experience. Proven sales experience in both face-to-face interactions and phone-based communication. Must be a problem solver Previous trucking management experience preferred. Hands on - ability to manage and operate in office and warehouse environment effectively and efficiently. Fast-paced environment and must be able to meet deadlines. Excellent communication skills are a must. Working knowledge of DOT regulations. Must be able to pass company background check and drug screen. Benefits Competitive pay Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.) available after 60 days. Paid Time Off available after 6 months. Eligible for Holiday Pay after 90 days. Eligible for 401k with company match after 1 year. Driver referral program Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company. Annual pay increases with review.
Job Type:
Full-time Salary:
$100,000/yearBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insuranceExperience:
Warehouse management: 3 years (Required)Management:
4 years (Required) Ability toCommute:
Work Location:
In personPay:
$100,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
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What they do
A Transportation Manager coordinates transportation operations within an organization or a company or directs the activities of an organization that provides transportation services.
$82,820 / year median in Pennsylvania
+3% projected growth