Traffic Director leads and directs the traffic department to efficiently and safely move materials and products to designated destinations. Develops and maintains transportation and distribution procedures to maximize delivery efficiency and minimize delivery costs. Being a Traffic Director evaluates and selects appropriate transportation carriers and routes. Resolves delivery issues for both internal and external customers. Additionally, Traffic Director monitors, analyzes, and reviews loss and damage claims and makes recommendations for improved safety. Oversees costs and processes to adhere to budgets. Ensures compliance with all DOT/OSHA guidelines. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Traffic Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Traffic Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Shifts: 6am-2:30pm & 9am-5:30pm
Starting Pay: $19.50
In addition to the general job description, the ideal will also have the following skills: Supply Chain, Planner, Scheduler, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Inventory Control, Auditing, Transportation, Trucking, Dispatch.
A minimum of (1) one year's experience in the following preferred:
-Responsibility coordinating and scheduling inbound and outbound TL, LTL and SP freight traffic to include deliveries and pick-ups.
-Maintaining high levels of customer service and timely oral and written communication with client representatives as well as representatives and drivers of trucking and transportation companies to achieve and maintain high service levels.
-Coordinating driver schedules, equipment, and freight to include accurate freight documents, BOL’s (Bills of Lading), etc. are accurate and on time.
-Experience using a commercial WMS (warehouse management system) such as Blue Yonder, Red Prairie, JDA, SAP, etc.
-Experience within a Dispatch or TMS (Transportation Management System) is preferred.
-Ability to work in a sometimes physical, hands-on role that includes extended period of standing and walking, sometimes out in the elements.
Be part of the world’s largest logistics company! DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work® and Top Employer in the US for the 3rd year in a row!
- AFFORDABLE medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid vacation and holidays
- 401(k) with generous company match
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Excellent training and career advancement opportunities
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Role Purpose:
Responsible for scheduling truck deliveries and pick ups
Works closely with customer service, client representatives, and representatives and drivers of trucking firms to achieve and maintain high service levels
Coordinates drivers, equipment, and freight
Ensures that all shipping and receiving documents and functions are completed accurately and on time
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Required Education and Experience:
Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.
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