What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trucking Business Development Manager position at Shepley Motor Express?
As a Logistics Manager at Shepley Motor Express, you will play a critical role in leading our logistics operations and driving business results. You will oversee the operational and strategic management of our trucking operations, retail cartage sales, and FOB HMA sales, and be responsible for managing a team of professionals, including logistics coordinators, customer service representatives, and Shepley drivers. This role requires strong leadership skills, expertise in construction trucking operations, and a deep understanding of safety regulations. We are looking for a candidate who can inspire and develop teams, hold them accountable for excellence, and navigate complex logistics challenges. If you have a passion for logistics, a talent for problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply.
About the Job
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team and contribute to our company's continued success. As a Logistics Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of professionals and overseeing the operational and strategic management of our trucking operations, retail cartage sales, and FOB HMA sales. Key responsibilities include:
* Overseeing dispatching and trucking activities, including asphalt mix, aggregates, lowboy equipment moves, AC hauling, and construction trucks
* Managing fleet size, backhauls, and capacity planning to optimize trucking efficiency
* Coordinating plant scale house support and raw material inventory levels
* Establishing annual trucking rates, haul rates, and capital/repair budgets
* Leading business development efforts to expand external hauling opportunities
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you will need strong leadership skills, expertise in construction trucking operations, and a deep understanding of safety regulations. You should also have experience with logistics software, such as Microsoft Office, Teams, Slack, XBE, Motive, Laserfiche, Spectrum, and Monday.com. Additionally, you should be proficient in data analysis, budgeting, and financial acumen, and have knowledge of Chicagoland logistics, unions, traffic patterns, and regional regulations.
About the Job
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team and contribute to our company's continued success. As a Logistics Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of professionals and overseeing the operational and strategic management of our trucking operations, retail cartage sales, and FOB HMA sales. Key responsibilities include:
* Overseeing dispatching and trucking activities, including asphalt mix, aggregates, lowboy equipment moves, AC hauling, and construction trucks
* Managing fleet size, backhauls, and capacity planning to optimize trucking efficiency
* Coordinating plant scale house support and raw material inventory levels
* Establishing annual trucking rates, haul rates, and capital/repair budgets
* Leading business development efforts to expand external hauling opportunities
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you will need strong leadership skills, expertise in construction trucking operations, and a deep understanding of safety regulations. You should also have experience with logistics software, such as Microsoft Office, Teams, Slack, XBE, Motive, Laserfiche, Spectrum, and Monday.com. Additionally, you should be proficient in data analysis, budgeting, and financial acumen, and have knowledge of Chicagoland logistics, unions, traffic patterns, and regional regulations.
