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.
