Port Driver Manager

Job Description

As a full-service logistics provider, we are dedicated to optimizing efficiency and maximizing profitability for our company, our customers, and our carriers. Forrest Logistics is committed to fostering an environment where our associates can flourish by providing guidance, knowledge, embracing their own experiences and offering endless avenues for career opportunities.  We are seeking team players who are eager, take pride in their work and have a need to continue growing while providing value to the transportation industry.  If you’re ready to join a cutting-edge organization that values people, innovation, and integrity while supporting your professional journey; please apply.

We are seeking an experienced Port Driver Manager/Dispatcher to lead and motivate a team of professional drivers servicing the challenging ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The ideal candidate will be confident, innovative, and eager to tackle challenges while fostering a collaborative environment.

Your Impact

• Driver Development: Foster high-performing drivers through daily interactions, coaching, and positive reinforcement.
• Retention Strategies: Develop initiatives to cultivate a supportive culture that improves driver retention.
• Coaching and Training: Proactively coach driving associates, identifying areas for improvement and providing the necessary training to maximize their potential.
• Mileage Management: Guide drivers to achieve weekly mileage goals by effectively managing home time and hours of service.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Account Manager team to assign loads that best serve both customer needs and Forrest Transportation’s objectives.
• Service Expectations: Discuss load details and service expectations with each driver for every assignment.
• Payroll Oversight: Review and approve payroll accuracy for drivers under you are assigned
• Onboarding Support: Assist in the onboarding process for new drivers, ensuring a smooth transition into the team.
• Freight Tracking: Monitor freight to its final destination to ensure on-time delivery.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Industry Knowledge: Ability to identify best practices for Port Drayage operations to create unique programs that enhance customer satisfaction and differentiate our services in the marketplace.
• Data Analysis: Proficient in utilizing statistical data to assess performance and provide innovative recommendations for operational improvements.
• Financial Reporting: Capable of reporting on top lanes or customers while striving to exceed financial expectations, offering solutions to improve costs and address factors driving excess expenses.
• Retention Insights: Skilled in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting retention data to determine effective strategies for reducing turnover and improving driver satisfaction.

Qualifications we Value

• Experience: 2+ years in Operations and Planning within the drayage industry.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with drivers and internal teams.
• Multitasking Ability: Strong ability to multitask and manage various priorities simultaneously.
• Pressure Management: Capable of working effectively in high-pressure situations within a fast-paced environment.

Why Forrest Transportation?

• Competitive Salary: Earn a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Impactful Role: Make your mark on a growing business and contribute to our success.
• Advancement Opportunities: Enjoy internal advancement opportunities for high performers looking to grow their careers

To apply send your resume to jobs@forrestlogistics.com