Transport / Logistics Manager

Ref: BBBH: 445295

Atlanta, GA

$100,000

• Permanent
• 2 Week Notice

About the candidate

Cross-trained manager with twenty years of experience in various phases of distribution logistics, shipping & receiving, inventory management, project management, driving, transportation and warehouse management.

What makes them great?

• Detail oriented conceptualizer with strong hands-on work ethic containing in-depth understanding of supply chain and logistics disciplines
• Direct, develop and train operations teams to ensure individual and branch KPI's are met
• Negotiate rates and services with new customers, brokers and carriers

Areas of expertise

• Meet or exceed established business and profit growth targets; remain accountable for product P&L per account
• Oversaw the logistics for overnight transportation operations while supervising and managing a fleet of 1000+ drivers for regional and OTR deliveries for domestic logistics
• Responsible for all logistics concerning general merchandise servicing 1500+ stores and 30+ distribution centers across the country
• Develop and implement new product and service offerings to meet customer needs in alignment with their goals and objectives
• Negotiate rates and services with new customers, brokers and carriers
• Managed transportation plans and annual transportation budget