Manager - Transportation

SUMMARY

The Transportation Manager will oversee all fleet operations. This position is responsible for the successful day to day execution of the operational plans for fleet management of drivers and load dispatchers, including efficient route optimization, equipment utilization, safety and hours of service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage multiple Transportation Supervisors (Day/Night)
• Personally coach, train, and mentor direct reports to ensure personal growth and career development
• Ensure accuracy and viability of the operating plan, driver assignments and dispatching
• Assist with driver recruiting and retention
• Develop a viable contingency plan in the event of absenteeism or last-minute additional business requirements
• Ensure available equipment to meet driver assignments in advance of start times utilizing slip-seating and equipment share with other operating units
• Ensure administrative accuracy related to billing, payroll and DOT requirements
• Verify that all required paperwork is available, accurate and assembled in advance of driver’s arrival
• Ensure drivers are communicated with in a positive and supportive manner
• Share in full responsibility for P&L
• Responsible for safe vehicle operations, HOS compliance, equipment safety, driver work comp. and safe loading/unloading
• Manage equipment maintenance program for all equipment
• Strive for continuous improvement of overall fleet operations
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 7 years of Transportation experience with 3-5 years supervising drivers
• Ability to build credible relationships with customers, drivers and lead in a dynamic, fast-paced, hands-on environment and to build effective teams
• Demonstrated analytical ability, attention to detail, and strong computer skills preferably with transportation and warehouse management systems
• Ability to evaluate alternatives to make the best overall value decisions considering cost, customer expectations, driver needs and other factors
• Ability to function in a high-stress environment and solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Exercise solid judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Must possess a proven record of taking initiative and responsibility, both individually and as a member of a team
• Act with a real time sense of urgency

COMPUTER

• High working knowledge of Microsoft office software with emphasis on Microsoft Excel

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Must complete and pass all required pre-employment screenings.