As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People • Customers • Trust

Trucking Terminal Manager

Primary Duty

The Terminal Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of plant specific outbound freight including a fleet of 20-25 dedicated trucks, hostling, personnel and outside transportation supplier relationships. The Terminal Manager is also responsible for leading safe operations while delivering high service/quality and financial performance of the terminal. The terminal manager may be responsible for the maintenance shop as well. The Terminal Manager will interact with all levels of the plant to collaboratively develop opportunities to improve freight expenses.

Essential Functions

• Strategically manages terminal from long-term perspective while managing the day-to-day operational activities; developing competitive rates; developing and analyzing operating reports, financial statements.
• Responsible for safety financial performance, process improvement, housekeeping, and on time delivery.
• Follows-up and coaches' drivers in a timely manner on all harsh safety events. Identifies high risk behaviors and acts quickly and decisively.
• Works with the plant to generate a daily load plan that effectively meets customer needs while optimizing the fleets efficiency.
• Administers proper application of all employee policies.
• Manages recruiting, hiring. training and developing qualified drivers.
• Develops and maintains existing customer bases. Provides optimal customer service.
• Establishes and reviews procedures for operational effectiveness.
• Work collaboratively with other department staff members such as Customer Service, Sales, Plant Management Team to improve freight spend by identifying opportunities to improve fleet efficiency.
• Ensures equipment is properly maintained for operational effectiveness and regulatory compliance.
• Ensures drivers and maintenance employees work safely and within regulatory compliance.
• Maintains all fleet records and work orders by overseeing and managing the companys fleet software system.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, transportation, or related field preferred.
• At least 5+ years' experience in the transportation industry or a related field, some of which in a people management role.
• Knowledge of transportation operations and laws, federal safety regulations and maintenance requirements.
• Must have strong communication, leadership, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Thorough knowledge of safe maintenance and DOT, OSHA, and other applicable federal and state regulations.
• Experience with Fleet Management software including Samsara, TMT, and TMW dispatch systems.
• Understand P&L statements and analyze areas for production improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with Smith Systems training platform.
• National Private Truck Council - Certified Transportation Professional (CTP).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong communication & people management experience
• PC skills including Excel, Word and Outlook
• Strong time management skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Negotiation and decision-making skills are essential
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work
• Able to work in a team environment and under time pressure

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Starting salary range for position: $87,000 - $95,000 DOE
• Bonus: Annual - Based upon individual contribution and overall, Company performance.
• Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.
• Paid Holidays.
• Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision - and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
• Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA's good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.