Senior Drayage Operations Specialist
Location
Illinois
Posted
66 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Drayage Operations Specialist
GET Logistics
• Coordinate and manage the scheduling, dispatch, and tracking of drayage shipments from ports to warehouses, rail ramps, and final destinations. • Monitor and analyze dispatch operations to ensure optimal route and resource allocation. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with drivers, carriers, and port officials to ensure smooth operations. • Implement strategies to minimize costs and improve efficiency within the drayage operation. • Ensure compliance with all transportation laws, safety regulations, and company policies. • Resolve any issues related to shipments, including delays, damages, and discrepancies in a timely and effective manner. • Provide leadership, training, and support to other dispatch team members, promoting a positive and productive work environment. • Stay informed of industry trends, technologies, and best practices in drayage and logistics management. • Manage accounts and operate as the lead shipment point of contact for all matters. • Foster strong relationships with client contacts. • Negotiate to ensure the best costs and value to maximize profit. • Maintain strong relationships with clients and ensure their long-term satisfaction by providing solutions and support. • Collaborate with sales team to identify and grow opportunities or compete for new or lost opportunities. • Work together with sales team to ensure client satisfaction. • Assist with special projects as requested.
Job Requirements
- Experience with import/export drayage
- Experience working at a steamship line, drayage carrier, or freight forwarder
- Ability to support work from home
Benefits
- Salary
- Commission Opportunities
- Performance Bonus Opportunities
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k Savings Plan (Traditional & Roth Plans)
- Annual Corporate Sponsored 401k Contributions
- Health Insurance - employee and dependents PPO & HMO offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (Majority Funded by Employer)
- Dental Insurance - employee and dependents (Majority Funded by Employer)
- Vision Insurance - employee and dependents (Fully Funded by Employer)
- Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance (Fully Funded by Employer)
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