Full-Time

Fleet Manager

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Universal

Universal

1,001-5,000 employees

Automotive & Transportation
Energy

Junior, Mid

Council Bluffs, IA, USA

Category
Supply Chain Management
Transportation & Distribution
Operations & Logistics

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Experience
Requirements
  • Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS)
  • Knowledge of logistics operations
  • Ability to verify work order information
  • Understanding of pricing and logistics terminology
Responsibilities
  • Inputting work orders received into the TMS system
  • Updating order statuses in system (PN and APT status)
  • Verifying work order information such as rates, accessorial charges, and storage charges
  • Scheduling pre-pull of loads in the system for dispatch
  • Coordinating appointments with dispatch
  • Accepting loads and updating customer websites
  • Tracing containers on the rail/port websites
  • Using rail websites to track container locations and arrival times
  • Using port websites to monitor vessel arrivals
  • Updating last free day (LFD) once containers have arrived
  • Following up with customers on deliveries, last free day, earliest return date, and cut-off times
  • Confirming and scheduling delivery times with the consignee
  • Coordinating pick-up numbers and loading times with the shipper
  • Generating rates for customers and broker carriers
  • Quoting rates plus additional charges
  • Ensuring weight of the loads are legal and if carrying Hazmat material
  • Problem-solving and analyzing customer problems

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Warren, Michigan

Founded

1981

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What believers are saying

  • Parsec acquisition boosts revenues to over $1 billion annually.
  • Electric vehicles in Southern California could increase market share.
  • Recognition by GM may lead to more partnerships and opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in intermodal segment may erode market share.
  • Rising fuel costs could impact trucking segment profitability.
  • Integration of Parsec may face operational challenges and inefficiencies.

What makes Universal unique

  • Universal Logistics acquired Parsec, enhancing its contract logistics segment significantly.
  • Integration of electric vehicles aligns with sustainability trends, attracting eco-conscious clients.
  • Named 2023 Supplier of the Year by GM, showcasing strong industry reputation.

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