Job Purpose

To coordinate the NWT operations in the Southern Region, including by-product activities, driver recruitment and retention, customer service activities, and business growth.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Conduct safety inspections in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Identify FMCSR violations and take corrective action
• Coordination of the movement of by-products
• Negotiate pricing with customers based on market demand.
• Monitor and document driver compliance with all safety rules and regulations
• Lead efforts in transportation efficiency improvement, as needed
• Solicit new business, both flatbed and vans in alignment with strategic plan.
• Recruitment and hiring of drivers , evaluating driver service performance,  initiating driver corrective performance actions, including driver safety issues
• Provide key sales support to Logistics Manager in developing  new customer and business opportunities, including pricing and service requirements
• Lead the efforts supporting  the chain of   Customer Service  issue  resolution   for  Shipper-Driver-End Customer  requirements
• Lead and assist the identifying  and implementing of  initiatives for process improvement
• Perform basic accounting functions necessary to account for by-products movements.
• Operate and maintain a company vehicle in accordance with Corporate Policy.
• Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations
• Perform other duties as necessary
•  

What do I need to be successful?

• 0-2 years’ previous logistics transportation experience
• Demonstrated front line experience with customer Sales and Driver recruitment
• Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.
• Thorough knowledge of trucking industry including  DOT Rules and Regulations
• Ability to lead and motivate individuals and teams to achieve program and project objectives
• Demonstrated knowledge of geography, routing, climatology and their associated effects on modal dynamics
• Demonstrated effective management methods, organizational and team building skills.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations for corporate and government compliance.
• Strong critical thinking, negotiation and prioritization skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of  key lane and geographic regions and the factors which affect capacity balance
• Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively manage and lead assigned staff.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities
• Basic project management and prioritization skills
• Strong interpersonal and Sales skills to support relationship building,  customer growth, and driver recruitment
• Ability to operate a computer and supporting software
•  

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred

Work Environment

• This position will work at home and in our Nashville office on a hybrid schedule
• Must live within a commutable distance to Nashville or willing to relocate to the greater Nashville area

#LI-HYBRID