PLS Logistics Services

Operations Team Lead

Location US-PA-Philadelphia
ID 2026-1273
Category
Brokerage
Position Type
Full-Time
Remote
No

Responsibilities

Summary of essential job functions

  • Oversee U.S. and Offshore Logistics Coordinators for the Philadelphia branch
  • Coach, develop, and conduct one-on-one performance management for all operations staff.
  • Manage team of AETs and AEs to grow.
  • Lead coordination with the billing department, managing unbilled reports and cash flow for assigned branch.
  • Manage carrier relationships and oversee the claims management process.
  • Drive and execute operational KPIs to improve efficiency and performance.
  • Administer vacation and time-off requests for operations staff.
  • Maintain direct communication with Operations, Account Executives, and Leadership teams.
  • Partner with Sales Leadership (Director of Sales, SOLs, GSMs) to develop growth strategies and ensure operational execution.
  • Identify and resolve capacity constraints across branch.
  • Demonstrate strong proficiency in logistics systems, technology, and tools to secure equipment for customer shipments.
  • Train and mentor staff on negotiation techniques, including classroom instruction.
  • Ensure all scheduled loads are covered and executed daily.
  • Monitor IT projects & enhancements to increase usage and collect feedback
  • Support training and development of new Logistics Coordinators in both U.S. and offshore teams.
  • Perform additional duties as required by business needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • Two years relevant experience in logistics and transportation industry
  • Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
  • Work on site five days a week
  • Ability to work flexible schedule
  • Must exhibit the ability to work in a collaborative team environment
  • Ability to multi-task and understand how to prioritize workload in order of importance.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

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