Sr Manager of Linehaul | (Remote)

OnTrac is hiring a Sr Manager of Linehaul  

Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding company where you can both learn and make a meaningful impact? If you possess a strong sense of empathy, enjoy assisting others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel at problem-solving, we encourage you to apply today to connect with a recruiter! 

Founded in 1986, OnTrac has evolved into the leading provider of same-day and next-day delivery services in the U.S. for premier e-commerce and product-supply businesses, including five of the largest retailers in the U.S.  

Location:  Remote

Pay:  $100-$105K per year + bonus

Shift: Monday - Friday 7 am-5 pm

Employment Logistics:  

The Sr Manager of Linehaul is responsible for the development and growth of relationships with customers, vendors, and independent contractors. They are also responsible for planning, scheduling, and dispatching customer freight from OnTrac facilities to customers' distribution centers, facilities, or final assigned destinations. This role owns the relationship with our valued independent contractors by not only maintaining relationships but also negotiating rates and service levels. Additionally, they are instrumental in the successful coordination of timely and accurate daily shipments. The key responsibilities of this cross-functional position are to provide superior internal and external customer service, negotiate rates with customers and contractors, respond to questions, and manage a dispatch team to troubleshoot and monitor the movement of freight to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction. 

Unpacking the Benefits:  

• Competitive individual and group benefits   

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance   

• Paid Time Off including Holiday pay   

• 401(k) with company match   

• Safe and clean work environment   

The Must-Haves:  

• 2 to 5 years of Logistics/Supply Chain working experience, dispatching experience, transportation experience, engineering knowledge and business analyses experience 

• Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) 

• 5 years management experience, including Previous management proficiency in driver routing and dispatching 

• Advanced Microsoft Office knowledge with advanced Excel experience 

Your Mission in Motion:  

• Responsible for the management of profit and loss operations (P&L). 

• Negotiates customer contracts, rates, and pickup times. 

• Negotiates contracts with Regional Service Providers or other contractors for tractor-trailer usage. 

• Manages the scheduling of pickup times and pickup procedures. 

• Foresees service opportunities and implements strategies to achieve appropriate levels of service, while also resolving internal and external service issues. 

• Oversees high-volume shippers throughout the Western United States. 

• Supervises a team of Local Pick-Up Managers. 

• Manages communications with Dispatchers to ensure on-time arrivals at HUBs for freight processing. 

• Schedules dispatches by analyzing trends in customer volumes and dispatch times. 

• Possesses the ability to analyze current workflows for optimum availability. 

• Collaborates with cross-functional departments to improve efficiency. 

Paving your way to your success:  

• Utilizes advanced negotiation skills to capitalize on internal department resources, demonstrating an understanding of how decisions affect the organization while employing strategic thinking. 

• Possesses technical expertise, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize effectively. 

• Demonstrates leadership by implementing and leading change initiatives, while maintaining flexibility in adapting to evolving circumstances. 

• Creates a shared vision, fosters teamwork, and actively rewards and recognizes the contributions of others. 

• Recognizes the importance of communication, exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills, and possesses the ability to influence others while fostering collaborative relationships across multiple departments, vendors, contractors, and customers. 

• Manages the performance of others while actively training a successor and sharing knowledge, prioritizing personal development, and maintaining a results-oriented approach. 

• Ensures the possession of skills and motivation to exceed the needs of both internal and external customers, with the ability to anticipate opportunities and proactively resolve potential service issues. 

• Displays self-confidence and effective self-management, maintaining composure and personal credibility even under pressure. 

If you are excited to be part of our team and grow with our OnTrac family, we invite you to apply!