Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to operational excellence
Responsibilities
Contain costs through effective routing of customer orders and managing inbound freight
Utilize team and equipment in a cost-effective manner
Manage transfer processes between distribution centers
Address and resolve customer issues
Lead continuous improvement efforts using lean thinking and tools
Benefits
Bonus opportunity
Occasional overnight travel for training
Flexible work hours including weekends and night shifts
Commitment to workplace safety and support of safety programs
Full Job Description
Location: University Park
Department: Dot Transportation, Inc.
Reports To: Director of Transportation
Salary Range: $85,821-$128,732 annually, plus bonus opportunity
As a Transportation Manager, you will lead transportation operations and develop high-performing teams that safely and efficiently deliver exceptional service. You will drive operational excellence through continuous improvement, cost management, process development, and effective leadership while partnering with peers across the transportation network to achieve shared goals.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Contain costs through effective routing of customer orders and managing inbound freight by dispatching staff.
Utilize team and equipment in a cost-effective manner.
Manage transfer processes between distribution centers by working closely with distribution center managers.
Address and resolve customer issues.
Lead continuous improvement efforts while applying lean thinking and tools to eliminate waste.
YOU MUST HAVE
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Dot experience
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft office programs
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to operational excellence
YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
Prior management experience of 3-5 years minimum
Prior transportation experience
Ability to function in a multi-task environment
ROLE SPECIFICS
Travel - Occasional overnight travel to other company facilities or outside facilities for training. Must have ability to travel independently as needed, without restriction by all modes of transportation, including car, plane, or train.
Schedule - Ability to work flexible hours (weekend, night shift and on-call) based upon facility needs.
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.
About Dot Foods
Dot Foods is the largest food industry redistributor in North America. The company was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Mount Sterling, Illinois. Dot Foods distributes food products to over 4,800 customers in all 50 states and 39 countries. The company has a wide range of products including dry, frozen, and refrigerated foods, as well as packaging and cleaning supplies. Dot Foods has a strong commitment to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
