Lead the Way with Dayton Freight as a Service Center Manager!
About the Service Center Manager Position
Looking for a leadership role where you can truly make an impact? As a Service Center Manager, you'll be at the heart of the operation. You'll be driving performance, leading teams, and keeping everything running smoothly and efficiently. This is your chance to step into a role where strategy meets action and leadership fuels growth.
Why This Role Stands Out
This isn't just a management job; it's your opportunity to lead from the front, build a winning team, and shape the success of an entire operation. If you're driven, strategic, and ready to take ownership, this role puts you in the driver's seat.
What You''ll Do
Lead daily operations and keep your Service Center running at peak performance
Analyze performance metrics to spot opportunities and solve challenges
Build strong relationships with both customers and internal teams
Review revenue trends and identify growth opportunities
Partner on sales strategies and help expand your territory
Stay ahead of competitor activity and industry trends
Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing team
Create and execute sales and marketing action plans
Handle safety, compliance, and regulatory standards (DOT, OSHA, EPA, ICC)
Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
Oversee freight claims and facility maintenance
Lead team meetings and keep everyone aligned and motivatedTake on special projects and drive continuous improvement
What We''re Looking For
Strong knowledge of the LTL / transportation industry
Experience managing drivers, dock workers, and sales teams
Proven ability to develop and manage budgets
Leadership skills that inspire teams and drive results
Solid communication and problem-solving abilities
Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
Fluent in English
Benefits
Stable, growing organization with real development and growth
Competitive weekly pay
Company car for Service Center Manager
Professional, positive, people-first culture in a family environment
Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k) and more!
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal days
Real development and growth opportunities in a stable, expanding company
Modern facilities and clean, late-model equipment
Numbers & Facts
Location
IN
Industry
Transportation and Warehousing
Company Size
1,500 to 1,999 employees
Year Founded
1981
Website
https://www.daytonfreight.com/
About Company
Dayton Freight is a recognized leader in less-than-truckload transportation services with 48 Service Centers throughout the Midwest. Headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, Dayton Freight has been offering shippers 1 or 2 day on-time, intact delivery within their 13-state region for 35 years! Their corporate vision statement says it all:
Delivering Value Today. Driving The Standard For Tomorrow.®