Summary
DSJ Global is currently partnered with a leader in the whole sale supply chain service and is looking for a Transportation Manager. This individual must be knowledgeable with compliance in Federal Transportation Regulations and Safety Standards. This position will be responsible for the safety of a large fleet of drivers and maintain KPI's designated to company standards.
Responsibilities
- This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining a smooth operation of the Transportation Department and helps provide 24 hours coverage
- Provide general supervision of all transportation supervisors and functional processes within the department
- Primary responsibility is to maintain a properly staffed and trained department that supports the warehousing function by offering the highest levels of logistics support
- This position involves the planning, directing, and coordination of all delivery and back haul activities
- Must keep product moving smoothly, accurately, and efficiently
- Must drive key performance indicators for cost savings and maintain efficient utilization of manpower through proper scheduling and training to provide the highest levels of customer service at the store level
- Coordinate the investigation of accidents or unsafe conditions through the company safety department
- Maintain fleet in a safe manner in accordance with company and governmental standards
- Ensure that routing parameters offer cost-effective solutions that will drive profitability
- Manage and benchmark transportation aspects of profit and loss statement
- Oversee all department re-bids and re-routes
- Conduct scheduled performance reviews for all Management staff
- Provide training as needed to maintain an efficient and knowledgeable work force
- Enforce general company policies and issuance of coaching/disciplinary documentation to teammates
- All final written warnings and terminations will be presented and administered by this position with the approval of the General Manager and/or the Human Resources Manager
- Have knowledge of back haul and transfer procedures
- Establish and provide departmental coverage and leadership and maintain the highest level of managerial professionalism at all times
- Assist Warehouse leadership with resolution of issues between warehousing and distribution
- Provide additional assistance with projects and other activities as assigned
- Be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, vendors, and teammates
- The environment encompasses all areas of a Distribution Center
- This position may require work in hot and cold temperature extremes and exposure to dust, dirt, fumes, noise, potentially harmful chemicals, solvents and components, and working in close to proximity to other teammates
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Have 3 - 5 years of experience in all facets of outbound transportation, preferably in the food service industry
- Understand mainframe computer software relating to record keeping
- Have strong analytical and communication skills with proven ability to work within the framework of the Team
- Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws
Benefits
- Day 1 Benefits available: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance
- Get paid early
- Get paid fast
- 401(k) with annual company match
- Paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave accrual, college tuition reimbursement, and more!
This opportunity has a high ceiling for growth in the Transportation Operations space. If this sounds like you, do not hesitate to apply now!
