Terminal Manager (3+ yrs intermodal dispatching exp. req.)

Terminal Manager (3 yrs intermodal dispatching exp. req.)
Location: Louisville KY
Salary: $80000 - $100000 (DOE) Monthly Bonus Opportunities
Benefits: Medical Dental Vision 401k w/ 3% Match Holidays Generous PTO
Job Type: Full-Time On-site
Typical Hours: Monday Friday 45 hours/week; after-hours availability by phone
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available

Terminal Manager (3 yrs intermodal dispatching exp. req.) Description

Our client in the transportation industry is looking for a Terminal Manager to add to their team in Louisville KY. You will lead daily intermodal terminal operations improve service levels support driver retention and help grow truck count in a busy regional market. This role is ideal for someone with intermodal dispatching and operations experience in an owner-operator environment who understands how to maximize driver hours and equipment use. To be successful you must be hands-on high-energy positive and able to bring a fresh approach to the business. This is a great opportunity to lead a local terminal with autonomy and performance-based incentives.

Terminal Manager (3 yrs intermodal dispatching exp. req.) Responsibilities

Run daily terminal operations for a regional intermodal location
Plan dispatch boards to maximize driver hours and equipment use
Track loads update TMS and communicate changes before issues escalate
Reduce storage demurrage per diem and other avoidable costs
Support driver retention through clear dispatch and problem solving
Vet owner-operators support onboarding and ask drivers for referrals
Spot freight opportunities and share leads with the sales team
Maintain DOT/FMCSA compliance logs inspections and safety standards
Lead local team with urgency structure and steady communication

Terminal Manager (3 yrs intermodal dispatching exp. req.) Qualifications

3 years of intermodal/container freight dispatching and operations experience required
3 years of owner-operator environment experience required
Understanding of market rates and freight pricing required
TMS software experience required
After-hours availability by phone for driver/customer issues required