Position: Intermodal Terminal Manager

Job Description:

Forward Intermodal is seeking a capable and career-oriented Terminal Manager to lead our intermodal operation. The ideal candidate will manage all terminal staff to include dispatch, maintenance, and drivers. He/she will provide planning for, direction to, and will control available resources associated with safety, compliance, and equipment maintenance. In addition, he/she will provide training, performance feedback, and provide disciplinary recommendations when necessary.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

Ensure all work is performed according to Forward Air approved procedures, standards, and specifications for intermodal operations Guarantee audit compliance within all areas of the operation Review terminal operating reports and adjust operations for increased efficiencies Create onboarding strategies for hiring, training, and overall employee retention Focus on employee development: organic growth through cross-training Manage and react to day-to-day operational requirements in a professional and timely manner Directly supervise all activities of all drayage personnel Ensure appropriate operational plans to maximize company and fleet assets Coordinate work assignments, monitor performance, and provide training on relevant job duties Provide a clean, safe working environment for all personnel and visiting customers Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Ability to drive performance of direct reports and lead a team in a lean freight environment Understand P&L statements and analyze areas for production improvement Minimum 3 years intermodal experience Degree or 5 years equivalent work experience preferred Demonstrated operational management experience of minimum 15-person unit or larger required Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of operations Must be flexible to work weekends and nights

Skills:

Ideal candidate will possess a “can do” attitude with a “will do” work ethic Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment General computer skills - Microsoft Office, Outlook Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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