Description: Equipment Control ManagerTOTE Maritime Alaska | Tacoma, Washington
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for TOTE's fleet strategy, including fleet size, composition, utilization, capital planning and return on capital employed. The role manages fleet related operating and capital budgets, key vendor relationships, and equipment strategies to ensure reliable equipment availability, cost effective asset performance, and consistent service.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage department employees in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Oversee hiring, training, work assignment, performance management, coaching, and employee development.
Conduct formal and semi-formal annual/quarterly performance appraisals; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service and Pricing Departments to forecast customer demand and ensure customer equipment requirements are met on both a short and long-term basis.
Develop and maintain fleet plans optimizing equipment availability, fleet mix, utilization, detention performance, lease and sublease strategies, and return on invested capital.
Prepare, manage and review operating and capital budgets related to owned and leased trailing equipment.
Manage relationships with key vendors and partners to support service, cost and performance objectives.
Maintain accountability for all TOTE owned and leased trailing equipment.
Establish operating parameters and controls that support effective fleet performance, service reliability and cost management.
Support employee growth by helping department members assess and develop skills necessary for growth in their current position and advancement opportunities.
Required
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required.5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, shipping, terminal operations, trucking, maritime operations, or related industries.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:- Firm understanding of transportation, fleet operations and asset utilization.
- Ability to analyze financial statements and budgets
- Excellent customer service skills. Ability to prioritize competing demands and solve complex problems.
- Strong cross-functional leadership skills
- Ability to lead, develop and coach employees in a collaborative team environment. Ability to work with little or no supervision
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel) and the ability to use business systems and data tools to support.
- Why JoinTOTE Maritime Alaska?
- At TOTE Maritime Alaska, our employees are essential to our success. We provide opportunities for professional growth while supporting the transportation network that keeps Alaska connected.
- The salary range is $81,988 – $155,530 annually, with an anticipated hiring salary of $100,000-$120,000. Pay will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location and specific job duties.
As part of the team, full-time employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, employee assistance program, 401(k) with company match and discretionary funding, tuition reimbursement, supplemental parental leave, jury duty, and bereavement leave. Full-time employees will receive a minimum of 10 days' vacation, 10 days sick, 10 days paid holidays and one floating holiday every 12 months.
In addition, we offer an annual discretionary bonus (based on eligibility).
What We Offer:- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Leadership development programs
- Exposure to transportation, logistics, maritime, and supply chain operations
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Opportunity to work for an industry leader serving Alaska communities
- Meaningful work supporting Alaska's critical supply chain infrastructure
- Values-driven workplace centered on Safety, Operational Excellence, Customer Experience, and Teamwork
- Work Environment & Schedule
- Full-time, exempt position
- Based in Tacoma, Washington
- Primarily office-based with regular interaction in terminal and operational environments
- Occasional evening, night, and weekend support may be required
- Fast-paced transportation and logistics environment
- Frequent interaction with employees, customers, vendors, carriers, and internal stakeholders
- Collaborative, team-oriented workplace
Equal Employment OpportunityTOTE Maritime Alaska is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. TOTE Maritime Alaska participates in E-Verify and maintains a drug-free workplace.
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