What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Managed Transportation position at FitzMark?
Who We Are:
FitzMark is a third-party logistics provider specializing in all modes of transportation. We deliver best-in-class services for both our customers and carriers by leveraging our proprietary technology, DASH, and maintaining a proactive operational approach to ensure all logistics needs are guaranteed. With offices strategically located in Indianapolis (HQ), Chattanooga, Birmingham, Buffalo, Omaha, Detroit, Atlanta, Gainesville, and Kansas City, FitzMark has been able to sustain growth in a complex industry and market.
At FitzMark, success is driven by emphasizing our employees’ accomplishments in a collaborative and dynamic environment. We provide the tools and resources necessary to promote a culture of ownership and accountability to guide your career path and financial freedom.
Are you ready to make your mark?
About the Role
FitzMark is looking for a Director of Managed Transportation to utilize their industry experience in third party logistics to develop new and existing business within our Managed Transportation Service. This role provides the immediate opportunity to make an impact on a growing sector of the company. The Director of Managed Transportation will have a proven track record of success in client relations, the ability to manage high level account strategy, and familiarity on implementation and execution within a transportation management system. The role will allow growth opportunities to expand on an existing Managed Services team and expansive customer network.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Explore opportunities within the company’s existing client base to expand the Managed Transportation network
- Gain insight into the organization and processes of a prospect or customer to optimize the best approach to provide solutions
- Prepare managed transportation proposals, pricing, and fees in a timely manner with respect to customer strategy
- Oversee execution and work collaboratively on implementation of Managed Transportation solutions
- Develop a pipeline of prospective opportunities across all industries with shippers at all levels, including EVP and C-Suite level clients
- Generate new sales opportunities by cold-calling, emailing, networking, etc.
- Support the development of existing and new customers across all means of transportation
- Collaborate internally with the carrier operations department and account management team to ensure FitzMark delivers best-in-class service
- Prepare and present quarterly business reviews with client base to ensure optimal utilization of managed transportation services
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Minimum 2 years of managed transportation experience in 3rd party logistics
- Minimum 5 years in the logistics and transportation industry
- Must have a proven track record in sales
- Ability to travel up to 25%
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match or Gradifi Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health and Wellness Program
- Unlimited PTO on your 1-year Anniversary
- Casual dress-code
FitzMark provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment , including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
