Operations Manager

The Operations Manager - Trucking will directly supervise assigned fleets and fleet managers.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Manage the activities and processes of the Fleet Management, After-Hours and Load Planning team to ensure above average communication, productivity, service and safety in assigned areas of operation.
• Coordinate with Customer Service leadership to ensure network needs and service levels are met.
• Coordinate with Safety and Compliance team to ensure fleet compliance of all required company, state and federal regulations and guidelines.
• Coordinate with Recruiting team to ensure all Driver position needs are clearly identified.
• Coordinate with Maintenance team to ensure all required fleet maintenance needs are completed in a timely manner.
• Step in and provide hands-on coverage when key team members are out.
• Oversee training and onboarding of operations staff to ensure they have complete understanding of company processes, policies and systems.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a professional manner.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of truckload transportation industry standards and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Ability to effectively lead others, problem solve and work well in fast-pace, high-pressure situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal and external staff and business partners
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment with rapidly changing priorities
• Intermediate computer skills required including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Prefer previous experience with McLeod TMS Software
• Refrigerated Truckload experience preferred.
• Strong Leadership skills and work ethic are a must.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• 2+ years as an Operations Manager in a 150+ truck, Trucking- Truckload operation with direct oversight of 3 or more fleets and fleet managers
• 5+ years as of Trucking- Truckload Fleet Manager/ Driver Manager or Planner.
• 5+ years of McLeod or similar TMS experience.

ABCO Transportation is a trucking company based in Ocala Florida that specializes in refrigerated truckload shipping. ABCO has become a leader in the transportation industry by providing best in class service and communication, state of the art equipment and great career opportunities with outstanding compensation and benefits.