Terminal Manager (3+ yrs intermodal dispatching exp. req.)
$960,000–$1,200,000 year
On-siteLouisville, Kentucky, United States
Job Summary
Run daily terminal operations for a regional intermodal location, plan dispatch boards to maximize driver hours and equipment use, and track loads while updating TMS to prevent issue escalation. Reduce avoidable costs like storage and demurrage, support driver retention through clear dispatch and problem solving, and vet owner-operators for onboarding. Spot freight opportunities to share with the sales team and maintain DOT/FMSA compliance, logs, and safety standards. Lead the local team with urgency and steady communication. Requires 3+ years of intermodal dispatching and owner-operator experience, TMS proficiency, and after-hours availability.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of intermodal/container freight dispatching and operations experience
- 3+ years of owner-operator environment experience
- Understanding of market rates and freight pricing
- TMS software experience
- After-hours availability by phone for driver/customer issues
- Hands-on
- High-energy
- Positive
- Ability to bring a fresh approach to the business
- Leadership capability (implied by 'Lead local team')
- DOT/FMCSA compliance knowledge (implied by 'Maintain DOT/FMCSA compliance')
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