Job Description

Job Description

Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Bessemer Management Company has 85+ years of experience in the flatbed, intermodal, and over-dimensional trucking industries, as well as equipment leasing and third-party logistics management. Our family of companies is primarily comprised of a network of 2,400 trucks spread across two flatbed trucking companies (Kaplan Trucking and Eastern Express), two intermodal trucking companies (Horizon Freight System and TRX) and one heavy-haul/over-dimensional trucking company (DD&S Express).

We’re growing and hiring a full-time Applications Administrator in our Cleveland, Ohio office.

In this role, you will:

• Review the applications of the truck drivers that are submitted on-line; determine terminal assigned, based on loads and or desired location
• Main point of contact for owner operators, terminals, and the Department of Transportation (DOT)
• Owning entire DOT process from beginning to end, including any and all paperwork involved, keeping all files organized and in the proper order
• Communicating effectively to owner operators and terminals regarding any updates

You are our ideal candidate if you:

• Have at least a high school diploma or GED. We prefer a bachelor’s degree, but it isn’t required.
• Take pride in and ownership of your work. You’re willing to “roll up your sleeves” to get the job done and would say you have a strong work ethic.
• Are a self-driven, self-starter who isn’t afraid of working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.
• Are a strong communicator, whether in-person, on the phone, or using email. You understand the importance of recognizing tone on phone calls/in email and how to appropriately respond, especially in situations where cultural/international differences are prevalent.
• Value follow-up and believe it’s important to make sure that everyone around you has the information they need so nothing “falls through the cracks.”
• Enjoy learning and/or would describe yourself as a “lifelong learner.” You’re curious to learn about other departments and business functions beyond what you do on a daily basis to help you “connect the dots” in your role.
• Ask questions when you don’t fully understand something or need help.
• Can manage priorities based on direction and guidance from your supervisor. When priorities shift or an emergent situation arises, you can exhibit “grace under pressure.”
• Are able to handle conflict resolution/de-escalation of difficult situations with the backing of your supervisor.
• Would describe yourself as organized (or more organized) than most other people you know.
• Can multi-task without losing track of details.
• Can manage deadlines that involve repetitive or redundant tasks (for example, data entry).
• Have the ability to instruct/teach/walk others through step-by-step processes.
• Can work both alongside a team and independently.
• Have a knack for problem-solving and creative thinking. You enjoy and are good at brainstorming with your co-workers to come up with “outside the box,” ethical, and professional solutions to problems and win-win compromises.
• Generally, have a positive attitude and friendly demeanor that allows you to cultivate professional working relationships with those around you.
• You have at least a basic understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

If what’s described above sounds like you, we are even more interested in talking to you if:

• You can speak Spanish or other languages in addition to English.
• Experience with general freight in transportation/logistics industry.
• Knowledge of DOT process.

A Little More About Who We Are:

• We are only as good as how well we take care of our owner-operators (truck drivers). We are 100% owner-operator, meaning our drivers are 1099 contractors rather than company-employed truck drivers. Our operators are among the most experienced, professional, and hard-working people you’ll meet, and we take our commitment to them seriously because without them our business wouldn’t exist.
• We’re not perfect, but we do our best to take care of our employees. We value our employees’ experience and knowledge – it’s in large part due to their efforts that we’ve enjoyed the success we have for so many years.
• We remain true to our roots and are intentional about not sacrificing our culture simply for the sake of growth. Even though we are a large company, we think of ourselves like a “large mom and pop” operation that enjoys the benefits of a larger business. We are not “corporate” and never intend to be.
• We have a “roll up our sleeves” mentality. We work hard, but we do it together and make sure to find ways to still have fun and celebrate our successes and each other.
• We don’t believe in standing still. We’re always looking for ways to improve and evolve.
• Because we manage several different types of trucking, we are a stable, diversified business. And, unlike many trucking companies that are publicly traded or owned by private equity, we are proud to be an independent company.

Company Description

Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Bessemer Management Company has more than 85 years of experience in the flatbed, intermodal, and over-dimensional trucking industries, as well as equipment leasing and third-party logistics management. Our family of companies is primarily comprised of a network of 2,400 trucks spread across two flatbed trucking companies (Kaplan Trucking and Eastern Express), two intermodal trucking companies (Horizon Freight System and TRX) and one heavy-haul/over-dimensional trucking company (DD&S Express).

Company Description

Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Bessemer Management Company has more than 85 years of experience in the flatbed, intermodal, and over-dimensional trucking industries, as well as equipment leasing and third-party logistics management. Our family of companies is primarily comprised of a network of 2,400 trucks spread across two flatbed trucking companies (Kaplan Trucking and Eastern Express), two intermodal trucking companies (Horizon Freight System and TRX) and one heavy-haul/over-dimensional trucking company (DD&S Express).