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The primary function of this position is planning, management and execution of logistical functions of the organization. Responsible for acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, training, team member direction, delivery, and final disposal of resources. The Operations Manager will provide leadership and oversee Magnum Logistics operations. Potential Remote Position
Essential Job Functions:
- Plan, schedule, oversee and regulate the day-to-day team operations of Magnum Logistics.
- Manage logistics team to identify and generate qualified leads for prospective business by utilizing information, transportation resources and industry knowledge
- Establish and maintain the necessary operational systems and procedures and maintain limitations and controls, to ensure the most effective and profitable utilization of Magnum’s equipment and manpower under LOM’s control and direction
- Maintain and develop positive business relationships with a customer’s key personnel involved in or directly relevant to a logistics activity
- Stay informed of logistics technology advances, and apply appropriate technology in order to improve Magnum logistics processes
- Plan, organize, and execute logistics support activities such as manage and direct availability and allocation of Magnum equipment, resources and supplies, to customers
- Assess and review design alternatives and design change proposal impacts
- Explain proposed solutions to customers, management, or other interested parties through written proposals and oral presentations
- Analyze and project plans, progress, and results
- Develop and implement technical project management tools such as plans, schedules, and responsibility and compliance matrices
- Direct team activities, establishing task priorities, scheduling and tracking work assignments, providing guidance, and ensuring the availability of resources
- Responsible for logistics analysis, savings/cost opportunity analysis and the implementation and management of cost analysis measures including planning and monitoring budgets
- Work with Managers to improve operational and performance metrics, provide information, recommendations, and coordinate project implementation for transportation and logistics cost reduction opportunities
- Build and maintain a carrier base to meet the ever-changing needs of customers in terms of freight lane origin and destination, solicit carrier bids on selected lanes to meet anticipated requirements
- Assess overall logistics performance with customers against targets, benchmarks and service agreements
- Travel maybe be required up to 25% of the time
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Work Characteristics:
- Knowledge and experience in data entry and with Microsoft Office
- High level of interpersonal skills to handle customer service issues calmly and professionally
- Attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials
- Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated and have ability to work with little supervision
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and duties of the job as listed above.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by state and federal law.
- Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time – continuously
- Ability to talk, hear, and see – continuously
- Ability to lift and/or carry up to 20 pounds – occasionally
Benefits:
This is a full-time position with a full benefits package available, including:
- FREE single payer Health Insurance with HSA and FSA Options and Wellness Incentives
- Ability to work from home after 6 months with Manager Approval.
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Supplemental Insurance Voluntary Options (Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident/Hospital Confinement, Critical Illness/Cancer Insurance)
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