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Job Title: Terminal ManagerCompany Overview:

U.S. Rail & Logistics is a leading transloading company dedicated to facilitating the seamless transfer of goods between different modes of transportation. With a commitment to efficiency, reliability, and customer satisfaction, we provide innovative logistics solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients across various industries.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Terminal Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of the transloading facility, manage cost, drive operational excellence, and provide leadership to the site. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record of managing a P&L in the Transloading industry, optimizing operational processes, maximizing efficiency, and delivering exceptional results in the logistics industry.

Responsibilities:

1. Operational Leadership: Provide daily direction and leadership to all aspects of on-site rail activities, transloading operations, inventory control and warehousing/distribution. Develop and implement operational plans and initiatives to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
2. Team Management: Build and develop a high-performing operations team capable of delivering results aligned to the company's goals. Provide coaching, mentorship, and training to foster a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement. Document succession planning, ensure compliance to training & development plans, and identify backfills. Follow all Human Resources requirements and processes for proper performance management and reporting.
3. Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain rigorous quality control standards to ensure the accuracy and integrity of transloading operations. Implement quality assurance processes and procedures to meet customer requirements and regulatory standards. Development of preventive maintenance schedule on all fixed assets at each location, this includes but is not limited to: equipment, buildings,
4. Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local safety regulations and industry standards governing transloading operations. Implement safety protocols and training programs to promote a culture of safety and mitigate risks in the workplace. Working closely with the team to ensure a safe work environment at all times.
5. Financial Management: Monitor operational budgets and expenses to meet targets and achieve best-in-class terminal performance. Identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost savings, and implement strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining service quality.
6. Reporting and Billing accuracy: Ensure timely and accurate billing and inventory in all applicable systems. These include RailCommodore, Intacct, Bill.com, and Tally, along with any other customer-required systems.

Qualifications:

• - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent experience is preferred;
• - Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in operations management within the logistics or transportation industry.
• - Demonstrated leadership ability with a track record of effectively managing teams and driving performance improvement.
• - Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, analyze data, and make data-driven decisions.
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• - Knowledge of regulatory requirements and safety standards applicable to transloading operations.
• - Proficiency in experience with logistics management software is preferred.

Benefits:

• - Competitive salary
• - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• - Retirement 401k savings plan with employer match
• - Paid time off and holidays
• - Professional development and training opportunities
• - Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Join U.S. Rail & Logistics and be part of a talented team driving innovation and excellence in the transloading industry.

Daily:

• Monitor KPI dashboards for each facility to assess historical and projected volumes.
• Address and communicate immediately all operational or financial issues that deviate from safety, customer specific, or budgetary guidelines
• Manage all HR-related issues escalated by employees.
• Ensure all data entered timely and accurately into appropriate systems. These systems include, but not limited to, Intacct, Bill.com, Tally, and RailCommodore.

Weekly:

• Manage, review, and explain expenses outside the budget.
• Review operational performance and efficiency metrics.
• Check on the progress of key terminal projects and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance to vendor performance and management of key projects.
• Follow all HR-related policies and procedures and perform audits on compliance at the terminal level.

Biweekly:

• Perform site inspections to ensure proper safety, maintenance, and operational requirements are being followed
• Update on the maintenance and capital investment budgets' progress
• Review project updates and adjust plans as necessary.

Monthly:

• Conduct meetings with Key Terminal personnel to review operational and financial performance.
• Oversee the integration of key terminal projects, process improvements and support new business opportunities. .
• Support the forecasting processes to align operational goals with financial targets.

Quarterly:

• Lead reviews of Employee and Terminal performance to ensure alignment with company goals.
• Manage within the maintenance and capital investment budgets.
• Assess and adjust strategic plans and operational goals to meet financial targets and support new business opportunities.

Annually:

• Support the budgeting processes to align operational goals with financial targets.
• Oversee the comprehensive management and profitability of your terminal operations, focusing on financial discipline, operational efficiency, and strategic growth.