Operations Manager I– $60,000-$70,000– Shelbyville, KY

The Role

Do you have proven experience in logistics, dispatch, and inventory management? Are you ready to lead a team and ensure smooth operations in a fast-moving environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

Edwards Moving and Rigging is seeking an Operations Manager I to oversee logistics, trucking, dispatch operations, and inventory control at our Shelbyville, KY location. Reporting directly to senior leadership, this role manages the Yard Manager and Trucking Manager, while driving efficiency and compliance across all transportation operations.

If you are ready to take on a key leadership role and help drive operational success at Edwards Moving and Rigging, we’d love to hear from you

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise trucking and dispatch operations, ensuring timely and accurate scheduling
• Manage and guide the Yard Manager and Trucking Manager
• Maintain and monitor inventory records across multiple terminals
• Coordinate and approve inventory purchases, distribution, and maintenance
• Forecast and plan equipment requirements for upcoming projects
• Select and negotiate with carriers to secure cost-effective transport solutions
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and maintain accurate documentation
• Approve invoices and manage vendor relationships
• Monitor dispatch accuracy, resolving issues quickly
• Work closely with Operations to support project delivery

The Company

Since 1961, Edwards Moving and Rigging has served as a specialist in providing heavy lifting and multi-modal transport solutions. We serve a variety of major industries across America, with nuclear plants, manufacturing and automotive facilities, power generation and oil refineries being our core business. Because of our hundreds of years of combined experience in the industry, we are passionate about our ability to provide the most unique solutions for each individualized project.

The Person

• Proven experience in logistics management, dispatch, inventory control, and transportation compliance.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing direct reports.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, transportation logistics, and equipment management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and logistics-related software.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.

Preferred

• Experience in heavy haul or specialized transportation logistics.
• Certifications in logistics or supply chain management.
• Prior experience forecasting and managing equipment inventory.

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Contact information

Brittany Potts