Terminal Manager

About Us Span Alaska Transportation, established in 1978, is a premier, asset-based freight forwarding company serving the great state of Alaska. Our dedicated team provides outstanding service with exceptional care and attention to detail. We are always interested in extraordinary people with proven skills who are dependable team players and bring out the best in others. Our supportive and empowering work environment is the foundation of the superior service, customer experience, and satisfaction we are known for within our industry. Learn more at spanalaska.com. About the Role The primary function of the Anchorage Terminal Manager position is to verse the operations of the Anchorage terminal, overseeing all freight movement in Alaska. What you’ll do: (this list is not all inclusive) Provide ongoing supervision to management/supervisory personnel Responsible for ensuring efficient operations by monitoring activity, costs, budgets, and processes Promote and direct ongoing communications by holding regular meetings and distributing information as appropriate Responsible for the administration of organizational policies and procedures, including safety, personnel and fiscal Enforce company compliance with DOT and OSHA regulations Collaborate with Equipment Manager to ensure the maintenance of the fleet of company vehicles Assist customers or staff as necessary Consistently follow all Span safety policy and procedures Enforce and adhere to Matson’s Code of Conduct Secondary Responsibilities: Fill in for absent personnel if necessary (dispatch, drivers, customer service, purchasing, etc.) Assist sales reps if appropriate Approve and recommend expenditures Other duties as assigned Communication/Customer Contact: Excellent communication skills are necessary as the position regularly interacts with employees, customers, vendors, contractors, and/or suppliers. Contacts may be face-to-face or via telephone. Communication is rarely about confidential information. Supervision/Management: Position supervises a wide variety of positions, providing general work direction. Position is responsible for employee retention, performance management, approval of time off, scheduling, training, coaching and corrective actions. You have these skills: Extremely refined customer service skills Proven track record of complex problem-solving skills Strong knowledge of all office operations Extraordinary ability to organize, manage time and prioritize as well as very detailed oriented Strong ability to manage human capital as well as performance Strong mathematics comprehension Strong reading comprehension Solid communication skills Strong leadership skills as well as the ability to manage individuals from diverse backgrounds Track record of good judgement and decision making Social Perceptiveness Solid knowledge of DOT Safety rules and regulations Ability to operate a forklift Ability to drive a variety of vehicles in a variety of weather conditions Ability to remain current on relevant rules and regulations Knowledge of good lifting techniques And these qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in logistics management, supply chain management, business, or other relevant field (management, warehousing, etc.) required Five years of relevant experience is required Must include management and transportation experience Equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position Certifications/Licenses: Transportation Security Administration Certificate Clean driving record Forklift Certification Hazardous Materials Certification Medical Card Physical Requirements: Ability to push or pull heavy loads (up to 100 pounds) Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds Ability to sit in a vehicle for long stretches of time Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time Must be able to operate all equipment in office, warehouse or in a vehicle, which may include grasping, climbing, bending, handling, reaching, hand dexterity, feeling/touching and repetitive motions of the hands and feet Good body coordination and equilibrium Good manual dexterity Strong core strength Strong multi-limb coordination Ability to do repetitive motions which may include hand dexterity, grasping, reaching, bending, and/or feeling Work Environment: Work is performed mostly in an office or warehouse environment, occasionally could be outside in the elements, in a company vehicle. Exposure to exhaust fumes is likely. Overtime may be expected during summer months. Conditions may also include exposure to environmental noise.

Salary : $56,000 - $100,000