Join our team!
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager to lead and oversee our truck brokerage operations team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for optimizing day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient load management, maintaining high service levels with carriers and clients, and driving team performance. This role requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of the logistics /trucking industry, and the ability to go above and beyond to provide the best service possible to our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership:
- Supervise, coach, and mentor a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
- Set individual and team performance goals, monitor progress, and provide regular feedback.
- Conduct training sessions to enhance team members’ knowledge of industry practices, technology tools, and compliance requirements.
Operations Management:
- Oversee daily operations, including load matching, carrier procurement, route optimization, and customer service.
- Ensure all shipments are executed in a timely and cost-effective manner, meeting service level agreements (SLAs).
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery rates.
Carrier Relations:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers, negotiating favorable rates and ensuring service quality.
- Monitor carrier compliance with safety, insurance, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
- Resolve any issues related to carrier performance, billing, or operational disputes.
- Oversee daily operations, including load matching, carrier procurement, route optimization, and customer service.
Customer Engagement:
- Act as the primary operational point of contact for key clients, addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with the sales team to onboard new clients and manage expectations effectively.
Strategic Planning & Optimization:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Stay up to date on industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes to adapt strategies proactively.
Administrative Oversight:
- Ensure accurate and timely entry of operational data in the transportation management system (TMS).
- Prepare and present regular reports on operational performance and team achievements to senior management.
- Manage departmental budgets and contribute to cost control efforts.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in truck brokerage operations, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
Skills & Competencies:
- Proven ability to manage and lead a team effectively.
- Strong understanding of transportation and logistics processes, including carrier procurement, load planning, and compliance.
- Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS) and related technology tools.
- Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable strategies.
- Results-oriented with a focus on exceeding performance metrics.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Bilinguism (English and French: spoken and written) is an asset.
Mantoria offers :
- A great working environment that is challenging and stimulating
- Excellent benefits including Group Insurance and Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan
Job Category: Operations
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Montreal