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Job Opportunities
Updated April 17th, 2008

This is a partial list of our job opportunities.
If you do not find a job that meets your specific needs, please email us your resume
and we will search to match your qualifications with our client companies.

Job 850
Title:   Senior Vice President of Sales
Location:  Gaffney, South Carolina

Requirements: 
Bachelor degree is required10 years of industry experience with AT LEAST 5 years of 3PL sales experienceHeavy logistics and contacts (3PL logistics companies, retailers, distributors, manufacturers and wholesalers contacts) background in Warehousing and Distribution is keyDemonstrated experience in creating and delivering service presentations and closing new businessDemonstrated understanding of the 3PL market and products and opportunities, specifically related to Technology, including highly automated distribution and pick and pack services.
The candidate must be an experienced and motivated sales person with a proven track record of contacts with retailers, distributors, manufacturers and wholesalers for contract and public warehousing sales. Relationships to be at the decision maker level at perspective customers.  Heavy logistics background in warehousing and automated distribution. Candidate will be required to initiate sales program for established 3PL company, with the goals of growing the national 3PL related services through face-to-face contact. The candidate should be skilled in sales, negotiating, designing ,presentations, and supply-chain logistics. Should also have a working knowledge of PC-based applications and Electronic Information Systems.
Responsibilities:
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Work with senior management to develop a sales strategy in line with company 3PL capabilities and experience.
~ Identify and meet with potential new customers to determine 3PL service needs. Plan and conduct sales calls, including developing a sales-call plan. Conduct face-to-face calls with customers at all levels in their organization and following up on commitments and issues that arise during sales calls. 
~ Provide coaching, leadership and support to customer organizations specific to 3PL sectors in order to implement and secure new business. Ability to present at trade shows and seminars is a plus. 
~ Develop and maintain a regional and national sales and marketing plan. 
~ Maintain up-to-date data base on leads, including prompt updates of names and addresses, key contacts, phone and fax numbers in designated software program. Create plan for follow up of leads supplied by third parties.

~ Serve as a leader of the post sales implementation team, including coordinating the integration of the team members and preparation of the account specific Implementation Action Plan with the new customer.
Salary:  $150K + Commission

Job 848
Title:   Branch Manager
Location:  Miami, Florida

Requirements: 
The Branch Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and administering policies and procedures for this $500 million transportation company with overall branch profit and loss accountability. This Branch consists of 100 total employees with 34 trucks running 22 routes on a daily basis. The Branch Manager is directly responsible for the counseling, disciplining, conduct, and evaluation of the Sales Representative, Operations Manager, Managers/Supervisors on a daily basis. The Branch Manager has the overall authority for directing the operations in making sure corporate objectives are met.
 Specific responsibilities:

1. Preparing annual operating budget for the branch and proactively managing the branch profit and loss statement. Anticipating, and addressing variances that affect performance and taking action to meet objectives. Keeping costs within specified limits or ratios. Producing profits at agreed upon levels.
2. Directing the operation of the branch (either individually or through a staff of managers/supervisors) through .knowledge of an compliance with operating methods and procedures, administrative rules and guidelines, applicable labor laws and other laws, which govern or influence the business. Completing all required records, forms, logs, etc. and submitting operating summaries as required.
4. Recruiting, hiring, coaching, motivating, and managing the performance of staff, including supervisory, sales and administrative staff. Rewarding, retaining, training, disciplining, and releasing personnel as is deemed appropriate.
5.
Building teamwork while adhering to local and corporate goals, policies, and procedures.
6. Determining the most customer responsive, cost effective manner to service accounts. maintaining and reacting to customer service statistics and productivity needs.
7. Developing and implementing branch marketing and sales plans in line with agreed upon objectives and style.
9. Ensuring that customer service goals are met by all levels of employees. Maintaining contact with customers on a regular basis.
10. Managing the risk inherent in the operation. Ensuring that no cargo is lost or left at riskand insuring the workplace is drug free.
11. Ensuring the performance of sound maintenance of the truck fleet, buildings, equipment, and other facilities.
Salary:  $90K-$110K + Bonus up to 50%

Job 845
Title:   Director of Operations
Location:  Open

Requirements:  A Bachelor’s degree with a plus in logistics, 3PL or transportation. 15-20 years of manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and distribution & transportation experience with a track record of increasing responsibilities and a proven background in driving profitable growth.  A demonstrated history of success in global, multi-site strategic operations and supply chain leadershipSignificant experience maximizing the use of lean manufacturing, Just-In-Time inventory, Six Sigma, and other Best-In-Class tools, concepts, and principlesPreferred background is a candidate with experience predominantly from Best-In-Class supply chain organizations with a focus on optimizing the global manufacturing and distribution footprint Experience working around the world, with an understanding of various cultures.  Strong background in business and financial managementExperience working with cross-functional teams, including but not limited to new product development, marketing, sales, finance, and human resourcesMust have demonstrated excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.  Excellent oral communication and customer relations skills.  Excellent organizational and financial management skills.  Ability to train, motivate, coach and counsel others.  Must possess problem solving, conflict resolution, decision making and planning /organizing skills.  Ability to multi-task and excellent time management skills.  Must be creative and possess the ability to think strategically outside the box.  Must be computer literate.  Medium to heavy travel
Responsibilities:  
Manage, direct, and implement operations strategies and objectives to ensure the achievement of division's goals. Focuses for short-term goals are on-time delivery, cost controls, quality, gross margin, and human resources. Focuses for long-term goals are the formulation, planning, and implementation of strategies.
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Responsible for attainment of profit objectives of contracts, provide financial analysis and decision making for customer.
~ Responsible for the organic growth and development of additional business opportunities with existing customer.
~ Ensure safety, maintain quality, establish and monitor cost control programs.
~ Lead and foster creative problem solving, develop positive and professional relationships with customer and within contracts.
~ Provide leadership in coaching, mentoring, personnel selection, professional development.

Oversee of operations management within the company guidelines.
~ Provide support and guidance to direct reports.
~ Manage the contract staff to assure continued quality service by writing procedures, testing, hiring and training managerial and operational personnel.
~ Lead corporate productivity and quality award programs to recognize outstanding performance.
~ Encourage use of Performance Management system in all facets of the Contract operation.
~ Train managers and other personnel strategically in all areas that will help them achieve the contract goals and objectives and satisfy the customer.
~ Oversee the establishment of ongoing programs to ensure continuous improvement. This includes the use of Kaizen, LEAN and the EQS program to maintain quality performance.
~ Motivate the workforce through the use of the Performance Management program; encourage input from the employees through Employee Involvement Groups and reward for continuous performance by using the quality and Productivity Award programs.
~ Establish and monitor cost control programs, including annual budget development, monthly  P& L review and payroll and cost analysis. Through the use of Performance Management projects guide managerial staff to monitor and control costs on a weekly basis.

~ Oversee administration of contracts, including: customer related performance reports and all other correspondence; requests from vendors, general office and contract employees; and all other items that fall within managerial scope of responsibility.

~ Manage:  Project Managers, Contract Managers, Operations Managers, Operations Supervisors, Operations and Administrative Personnel
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Salary:  $150K-$165K + Bonus + Car Allowance

Job 844
Title:   Director of International Logistics
Location:  Miami, Florida

Requirements: 
English and Spanish are a must.  Proven track record of developing and overseeing a logistics distribution business.  Thorough knowledge and experience of domestic distribution logistics. Thorough knowledge and experience of land and marine logistics encompassing road transportation including trucks, railroad transportation and marine transportation using ships and containers.  
Responsibilities: 
To provide strategic direction and controlling duties to the logistics function within company's American operation;. Conduct a thorough analysis of current structure and propose changes and re-development to make the function more effective. Execute plans for change; In addition, apply growth strategies to the logistics business by sourcing additional business, including joint ventures, and by re-negotiating current contracts; Undertake the specific project to work with the country managers to integrate the NAFTA.  Oversee the implementation of Group risk management policies in designated countries regarding logistics;  Qualify the minimum standards of logistics within each accountable area;  Manage the sugar import or exports from designated countries;  Propose and develop acquisition of production and/or logistic assets;  Monitor and manage the quality, cost and efficiency of the movement and storage of goods;  Analyse data to monitor performance and plan improvements;  Accountable for developing business by gaining new contracts thru analysing logistical problems and producing solutions;   
Salary:  $100K+

Job 842
Title:   Branch Manager
Location:  New Orleans, Louisiana

Requirements: 
The Branch Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and administering policies and procedures for this $500 million transportation company with overall branch profit and loss accountability. The Branch Manager is directly responsible for the counseling, disciplining, conduct, and evaluation of the Sales Representative, Operations Manager, Managers/Supervisors on a daily basis. The Branch Manager has the overall authority for directing the operations in making sure corporate objectives are met.
 Specific responsibilities:

1. Preparing annual operating budget for the branch and proactively managing the branch profit and loss statement. Anticipating, and addressing variances that affect performance and taking action to meet objectives. Keeping costs within specified limits or ratios. Producing profits at agreed upon levels.
2. Directing the operation of the branch (either individually or through a staff of managers/supervisors) through .knowledge of an compliance with operating methods and procedures, administrative rules and guidelines, applicable labor laws and other laws, which govern or influence the business. Completing all required records, forms, logs, etc. and submitting operating summaries as required.
4. Recruiting, hiring, coaching, motivating, and managing the performance of staff, including supervisory, sales and administrative staff. Rewarding, retaining, training, disciplining, and releasing personnel as is deemed appropriate.
5.
Building teamwork while adhering to local and corporate goals, policies, and procedures.
6. Determining the most customer responsive, cost effective manner to service accounts. maintaining and reacting to customer service statistics and productivity needs.
7. Developing and implementing branch marketing and sales plans in line with agreed upon objectives and style.
9. Ensuring that customer service goals are met by all levels of employees. Maintaining contact with customers on a regular basis.
10. Managing the risk inherent in the operation. Ensuring that no cargo is lost or left at riskand insuring the workplace is drug free.
11. Ensuring the performance of sound maintenance of the truck fleet, buildings, equipment, and other facilities.
Salary:  $60K-$80K + Bonus up to 50%

Job 841
Title:   Vice President of Operations
Location:  Savannah, Georgia

Requirements: 
Bachelor's degree in related field required.  10-12 years senior leadership experience in various functional areas such as Customer Service,  Operations and/or Process.  Business acumen and proven ability to improve/turnaround key financial results.  Excellent communication skills and networking abilities.  Effective interpersonal skills with ability to negotiate and influence for positive outcomes.  Strong innovation skills and creativity a necessity.  Ability to influence and hold others accountable is a must.  Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills.  Travel 25 %.
Responsibilities:  The primary responsibility of this position is to drive best in class execution for the Logistics Operations division.  Overall areas of accountability will include leading all work related to Transloading and Warehousing.  As a member of the Leadership team develop the LOB strategy and operating plans and deliver the business results to the Enterprise.  Success in the role will ultimately be measured by the Logistics Operations divisions' ability to deliver on stated revenue growth and earnings plans as described in our quest to being a division with superior returns.
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Drive accountability for all results related to operations.
~ Effectively leverage all shared services that impact the business results for Logistics Operations related to Operations by setting clear expectations for performance, creating solid measurements and collaborating appropriately.
~ Participate in the development of strategy and operating plans for the business.
~ Create accountability for implementation of all business plans and deliver results.
~ Attract, develop and retain associate talent ensuring long term LOB growth objectives are met, while supporting and enhancing human capital development of the Enterprise.
~ Development of Logistics Operations strategy and business plans and participation in the strategic account review process and demand forecasting.
~ Establish and maintain relationships with customers and industry experts developing a strong pulse on the competitive landscape of the market.
~ Establish a strong relationship with the top customers of the service offering.
~ Influence change management through collaboration and metric management.
~ Effectively develop, motivate, coach, and lead associates.
~ Innovative solution design creating best in class results through continuous improvement
Salary:  Open

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