Team Lead

PERFECT FREIGHT SOURCE LLC

Team Lead

Houston, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    The Perfect Freight Source is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) logistic provider that delivers transportation solutions to some of the world’s successful companies.

    Opportunity The Perfect Freight Source is a small company that is growing fast and there is a massive opportunity to grow within the company. We do not want you to be complacent, so we are seeking hard working individuals that want to excel and see themselves grow with a successful company.

    Job Summary

    We are seeking an experienced Team Lead to join our team. In this role, you will optimize the operational systems and processes of the company, maximizing efficiency and profitability while remaining compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has an analytical mind, a deep understanding of business and financial principles, strong outside sales experience and a proven track record as a manager or lead of a small team.

    Qualifications

    Preferred 3 years of experience in a freight brokerage or third-party logistics environment

    Preferred 3 years of experience in customer service and outside sales (cold calling B2B, B2C).

    Required minimum of 3 years of experience in a management role.

    Proven track record bidding and quoting RFP, RFQ, RFI and Awarding Contracts

    Proven track record on freight movements; monthly and annual volumes and revenues.

    Experience in managing a team of 3 or greater employees.

    Knowledgeable in over-the-road trucking (TL and LTL modes)

    Knowledgeable in Flatbed, Dry Van, Refrigerated, and Over-Dimensional freight.

    Knowledgeable on Load Boards (Truckstop and DAT)

    Knowledgeable in TMS and EDI systems

    Preferred Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

    Ability to critically think and quickly analyze situations in a fast paced environment

    Responsibilities

    Supervise and manage team.

    A liaison between direct customers.

    Manage and track team performance and target KPI’s.

    Broker Freight.

    Sales

    Bid on current and potential business.

    Skills

    Possess leadership skills.

    Business acumen

    Excellent communication

    Project management

    Problem solving

    Decision-making

    Customer service

    Performance management

    Organization

    Interpersonal communication

    Time management

    Compliance

    Collaboration

    Equal Employment and Opportunity The Perfect Freight Source offers equal employment and does not discriminate on gender, race, or ethnicity. The organization workplace is collection of individuals attributes that together helps pursue the organization objectives efficiently and effectively.

    Work remote temporarily due to COVID-19.