Location: University Park, IL
Department: Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI)
Reports To: Director of Transportation
Salary Range: $78,019 - $117,0229 annually, plus bonus opportunity
As an Assistant Transportation Manager, you will aid the Director of Transportation in establishing and maintaining Dot Transportation's fleet performance in all areas of our business including recruiting, retention, operations, safety, budgeting, etc.
WHAT YOU'LL DO- Coordinate with dispatch for efficient and effective fleet resource utilization
- Assist with vehicle safety issues
- Conduct driver reviews
- Support overall dispatch and traffic management goals
- Coordinate training for drivers based on individual performance within key areas
- Assist with budget preparation and execution
- Assist with recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new drivers
- Manage the on-board computer system and hours of service for all drivers.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts while applying lean thinking and tools to eliminate waste
YOU MUST HAVE - Bachelor's degree or equivalent Dot Foods experience
- Strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer skills, experience in using Microsoft Office programs/ applications
- Ability to function in a multi-task environment
YOU MAY ALSO HAVE- Prior management experience
- Prior transportation experience
- Ability to influence desired behavior change with internal/external customers and vendors
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate in one-on-one and group settings
ROLE SPECIFICS- Schedule- Monday - Friday (8AM-5PM) with on-call responsibilities
- Supervision - Assigned drivers & dispatch staff
- Travel - Approx. 2-3 nights per year. Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train for training or meetings
Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules, and policies regarding safety.
