Service Center Manager

Overview 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 motivated Take 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