Terminal Operations Manager (Drayage / Port Logistics)

About the role

The Terminal Operations Manager will lead and oversee day-to-day operations for Atlas Marine's terminal in Savannah, GA. This role is critical in driving operational excellence across drayage and port-centric logistics while ensuring safety, compliance, and exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for safe operations that meet regulatory requirements
• Maintain and grow capacity to meet market demand
• Oversee all daily terminal and drayage operations
• Control costs across drivers, terminals, and chassis while maximizing revenue
• Ensure efficient container movement, dispatching, yard flow, and coordination with port terminals and partners
• Optimize processes to reduce dwell time and improve service performance
• Lead, mentor, and develop terminal staff (dispatchers, clerks, yard personnel)
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and performance
• Deliver high customer satisfaction through communication, accuracy, and proactive issue resolution
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, port authorities, carriers, and internal teams
• Establish and track key performance indicators
• Analyze operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Provide reporting and insights to leadership
• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, FMCSA, and port authority requirements
• Implement and enforce safety protocols
• Allocate personnel and equipment efficiently
• Oversee utilization and maintenance of trucks, chassis, and yard assets
• Support regional expansion and market growth initiatives
• Lead or assist with new customer launches and operational scaling
• Identify opportunities for process and technology improvements

Requirements

• Extensive experience managing a trucking terminal, port drayage, and intermodal operations planning loads and driver capacity
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of transportation regulations, port procedures, and safety standards
• Experience with TMS/WMS systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience with P&L ownership or operational budgeting

Benefits & Perks

• Covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible work environment (where applicable)
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition and wellness programs

Pay

The expected salary range for this role is $95,000 – $120,000, depending on experience, skills, location, and other job-related factors. This position may also be eligible for performance-based incentives.

Schedule

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