Manager, Freight Operations
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Job overview
XPO, Inc. is hiring a Manager, Freight Operations. The Freight Operations Manager at XPO oversees daily service center operations, ensuring efficiency, revenue, and cost controls while managing staffing, utilization, and personnel. The role requires handling hazardous materials regulations, LTL industry knowledge, and strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication abilities.
Key focus areas include Handle the efficiency and effectiveness of the delivery service provided to customers, Guide the complete daily operations of the service center, and Oversee revenue, profit and cost controls.
Important skills include Hazardous Materials Regulations, OSHA Regulations, DOT Rules And Regulations, Forklift Operation, and Interpersonal Skills. Preferred (not required): Management Skills and Verbal And Written Communication.
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Manager, Freight Operations
Requisition Id: 389218
Business Unit: LTL
Location:
Kernersville, NC, US, 27284
What you’ll need to succeed as a Freight Operations Manager at XPO
Minimum qualifications:
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4 years of related work experience
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Supervisory or management experience
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Experience in the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry
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Experience with hazardous materials regulations, OSHA and Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations
Preferred qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree, 4 years of related work experience or equivalent military experience
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LTL freight management and/or service center/management experience
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Experience driving a forklift
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Strong interpersonal and management skills; ability to effectively lead, coach and influence employees
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for the intended audience
About the Freight Operations Manager job
Pay, benefits and more:
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Competitive compensation package
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Full health insurance benefits available on day one
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Life and disability insurance
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Earn up to15 days of PTO over your first year
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9 paid company holidays
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401(k) option with company match
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Education assistance
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Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan
What you’ll do on a typical day:
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Handle the efficiency and effectiveness of the delivery service provided to our customers
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Guide the complete daily operations of the service center
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Oversee revenue, profit and cost controls
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Ensure proper staffing, utilization and management of personnel
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Mentor and manage all personnel working at the facility
Freight Operations Managers are required to:
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Frequently lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally greater than 75 lbs.
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Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel
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Work outdoors in inclement weather
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Walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery
About XPO
XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.
The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.
Review XPO's candidate privacy statementhere (https://jobs.xpo.com/content/CANDIDATE-PRIVACY-NOTICE/?locale=en\_US) .
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