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POSITION OVERVIEW:
With moderate oversite, move freight in a timely, safe and cost-effective manner. Assist others in understanding and utilizing all resources to further enhance the most efficient method of moving freight. Coordinate roadside assistance throughout the linehaul network.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Coordinate/communicate all line-haul activity/goals in a district, utilize projections and allocate loads to drivers, route freight to save on-time and costs, handle overflows
  2. Effectively educate service centers and drivers of policies and procedures outlined in driver’s manual while ensuring compliance of all applicable laws/regulations
  3. Communicate with other team members concerning any alteration to the line-haul structure affecting their district
  4. Maintain computer record of all daily line-haul activity, monitor cube percentage, service percentage, weight of loads and delay times and report to field employees/management regarding previous day’s Line Haul activities
  5. Maintain contact with service centers throughout the line-haul cycle ensuring freight remains in cycle within designated lanes
  6. Dispatch necessary personnel to drivers in emergency situations, give alternate routes to maintain service standards during inclement weather
  7. Analyze breakdowns to determine most cost effective and timely course of action
  8. Assist with TCHEK problems
  9. Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
  10. Perform other duties as required

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Two (2) years of college or equivalent work experience plus two (2) years of experience in operations, logistics/transportation or distribution/warehouse or a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in logistics/transportation or distribution/warehouse
  • Familiar with Federal Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) and hazardous materials rules and regulations
  • Must be detail oriented, able to react quickly, able to prioritize, and possess good interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of transportation software and geography
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Internet)
  • Ability to make sound decisions
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Hours my vary due to linehaul and operational needs

Preferred Qualifications:

Pay Transparency:

Pay:

Additional Details:


FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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