Account Manager

General Description of Position Provide leadership and direction for a group of dedicated drivers. Ensure optimum utilization of company assets while meeting the daily needs of the customer. Work closely with the customer to grow the business, while at the same time control the costs. Be the direct liaison between the account and Maverick, ensuring information is shared effectively. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work closely with over-the-road truck drivers and internal counterparts to obtain proper loads. Ensure proper trailer pools are maintained and periodic maintenance is performed. Manage, assign, delegate, and direct duties of staff. Appraise performance, coach, counsel, reward, and discipline employees. Maintain harmony among workers and resolve conflicts. Interview job candidates, hire new personnel, and responsible for termination of employees if necessary. Support and enforce operational and personnel policies, company programs, and procedures. Meet and provide accurate key factor reporting, ensuring the account can measure our delivered value. Maintain a desk reference guide to ensure easy transition during any absences. Analyze data and recommend changes to the network or amount of dedicated capacity. Clearly communicate customer needs to all levels of the Maverick organization. Utilize Lean Logistics concepts to ensure a focus on cost management. Keep management informed by submitting activity reports, daily call reports, and making recommendations to improve services. Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Prescription Discount Card Paid Vacation Paid Life Insurance 401k+match Bonus Potential Employee Assistance Program Education and Experience Prefer a broad knowledge of such fields as accounting, marketing, business administration, finance, etc. Equivalent to a four‑year college degree, plus 12 to 18 months related experience and/or training, and 12 to 18 months of related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Working Conditions Normal working conditions as found within an office setting, wherein there is controlled temperature and a low noise level, plus a minimum of distractions. Physical Activities The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; and occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Maverick Transportation, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr