Capacity Manager

Description As a Capacity Manager, you will oversee carrier relationships, optimize freight capacity, and ensure seamless execution of transportation strategies. You will leverage industry expertise and data-driven insights to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and support operational growth.

Key Responsibilities

Manage carrier partnerships to ensure sufficient capacity, minimize costs, and improve service reliability. Load Planning & Execution: Utilize historical trends and market analytics to optimize freight movement and reduce inefficiencies. Technology Utilization: Leverage platforms like Turvo and other TMS tools to improve visibility, streamline workflows, and enhance real-time capacity management.

Performance Monitoring & Improvement: Track carrier performance, implement structured improvement plans, and ensure compliance with KPIs. Risk & Contingency Planning: Proactively identify supply chain disruptions and develop contingency strategies to maintain service levels. Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with operations, procurement, and customer-facing teams to align capacity planning with business objectives.

Requirements

3-5+ years experience in capacity management, transportation, or logistics operations. Strong understanding of carrier networks, pricing structures, and market dynamics. Proven ability to enhance on-time delivery rates and optimize freight capacity. Expertise in leveraging data analytics for decision-making and process improvement.

Proficiency in transportation management systems, including Turvo or similar platforms. Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills to manage carrier performance