Transportation ManagerUp to $95,000 annually PLUS Bonus The
Transportation Manageris responsible for overseeing and leading all aspects of transportation operations including driver supervision, federal, state and local lawful operating compliance, equipment maintenance and operational safety and compliance. This position will ensure adherence to all quality assurance programs, develops leadership skills in self and direct report team, while creating a safe working environment.
Essential Functions: - Manage and develop transportation team, conduct timely performance reviews, manage performance issues.
- Manage and coordinate overall transportation activities.
- Manage fleet and equipment repair and regular maintenance through the service provider. Ensure equipment availability or source rental equipment.
- Execute administrative duties, including but not limited to payroll, reporting.
- Coordinate Driver schedules, routes, drive time and down time.
- Actively work towards improving productivity and efficiency.
- Ensure all deliveries are made according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Ensure transportation operations are in compliance with all lawful and company safety requirements/policies.
- Confirm Drivers are in accordance with Department of Transportation "DOT" regulations (Drug and Alcohol Policy, hours of service, etc)
- Interact with and assist other departments to accomplish efficient and timely delivery.
- Investigate damages, accidents and other transportation related issues.
- Maintain accurate and complete departmental records.
- Other duties as assigned.
By choosing a career with this Fortune 500 company, we improve your life by offering:
- Annual profit sharing bonuses available.
- Strong work/life balance that includes paid holidays and generous personal time off.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance plus company-paid life insurance.
- 401(k) savings plan with company match.
- Short and Long Term Disability.
- Tuition reimbursement and free financial service assistance.
- Health Care Spending Account.
- Resilient, values-based culture that drives safety, integrity in every action, respect and excellence in all we do.
Our preferred candidate will have: - Four year college degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of transportation, supply chain or logistics experience.
- Strong leadership skills with ability to coach and develop associates into an effective, highly motivated, results oriented team.
- Strong work ethic with a professional, positive attitude.
- Working knowledge of onboard computer systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of FMCSR/DOT regulations and OSHA rules.
- Ability to develop and execute budgetary items for department.
- General accounting and/or payroll experience required.
- Routing experience required.
- Basic skill with Windows based computer systems required.
- Creative problem-solving skills and ability to evaluate multiple solutions to make sound decisions.
- Effective interpersonal skills with ability to negotiate and influence for positive outcomes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize workload and thrive in a fast paced environment.
- An innovative, goal-oriented and results driven approach.
