Logistics Lead

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Build Your Career at Meigs Transport! The Logistics
Lead will report to the Logistics Director and will be responsible for
successfully leading a team of dispatchers executing transactions of
equipment moves, inbound and outbound freight movements as well as
ensuring customer interactions are handled at the highest professional
level. This position has oversight of coordination efforts for final
goods deliveries between management, sales, customers, and plant
operations in our fast-paced work environment. Essential Functions
Manage the dispatch staff and coordinate activities to ensure smooth
operation of the dispatch process and the efficient and effective
movement of products Supervise and set the schedules for the dispatch
team Communicate customer needs to employees, observe progress, and
coordinate responses Handle complaints, confer with others about
challenges, evaluate service levels, and provide recommendations to and
work with management to develop action plans to improve performance,
profitability, and customer service Monitor team efficiencies; and
innovate, promote, and lead continuous improvement efforts Evaluate
and manage key performance Indicators and cost factors impacting
operational effectiveness Communicate with customers on a regular
basis regarding transportation issues that impact them Ensure
compliance of organizational policies and applicable government laws or
regulations Organize and schedule resources required to accomplish
activities, oversee routing modifications, and ensure equipment and
staff are being utilized efficiently Manage mobile storage and plant
transport fleet maintenance and compliance Diagnose, troubleshoot and
resolve a wide range of software, hardware and network issues Handle
performance reviews, pay changes, employee feedback, grievances, or
complaints; and provide employee training, motivation, and encouragement
Education Qualifications High School or Equivalent Experience
Qualifications 8 years experience in dispatching, truck driving or
other related fields is preferred Skills and Abilities Excellent
verbal and written communication skills Customer Centric Service
Problem-solving and prioritization skills Proficient computer skills
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PP) Demonstrated behaviors of
self-motivation and team orientation Ability to lead a team to common
goals and overall success Ability to create and maintain professional
relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups,
customers, Managers) Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with
excellent time management skills Basic math skills Basic knowledge
of FMSCA>DOT>Hours of Service (HOS) Basic knowledge of Hazardous
Material Regulations Willingness to work shift work, overtime and on
call shifts for after-hours and weekend support (Seasonal) Will be
required to successfully pass a physical and drug test Must have
reliable transportation to and from work Excellent communication,
organizational and time management skills. Customer service oriented.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands Ability to pass a drug test About
Meigs Transport Meigs Transport is a member of the Asphalt Materials
Inc. family of businesses. Our Asphalt Companies continually supply high
quality products and services, allowing us to excel in pavement
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roles in assisting federal, state, local and private authorities in
building economical and reliable pavements while maintaining safety and
environmental stewardship to the highest standards. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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