Branch Manager - Fergus Falls, MN

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Fergus Falls, MN

21h•$70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Spee Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that was started in 1978 by Donald and Sylvia Weeres. Our core business is in standard, next-day, ground delivery. The corporate headquarters and main sort facility is located in St. Cloud, MN. We currently employ over 1,800 employees company wide and over the years we have expanded throughout the Midwest. Job Summary The Branch Manager will execute, direct, and coordinate shipments into and out of the branch. Hours and Wages Exempt salary position Starting wage: $70,000-$80,000 per year, based on relevant years of experience, education, certifications, and comparison to other employees already in this role

Requirements

At least 21 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent required
3+ years of experience in the transportation industry and leadership preferred
Must hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license OR successfully complete Company paid CDL training program
Ability to pass a DOT physical exam
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and up to 100 pounds occasionally
Ability to work with all types to freight which include, but are not limited to hazardous material, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Excellent management skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to influence, develop and maintain good working relationships across a variety of functional areas and customers
Strong organizational and project management skills, including meeting deadlines and achieving results
Thorough understanding of applicable federal, state, local and company safety policies
Demonstrate sound judgment and decision making considering relative costs and benefits of potential actions; critical thinking logic and reasoning to identify solutions
Proficient with computer-based management systems and Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Business Management or Operations Management or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee and ensure all day-to-day branch operations are completed
Plan and organize daily activities related to production and operations
Measure productivity by analyzing performance data, financial data, and activity reports
Ensure customer complaints are investigated and resolved
Identify, recommend and implement measures to improve productivity, equipment performance, work methods, and customer service
Enforce safety, DOT, and company policies
Analyze route performance to ensure it is being performed properly and freight is distributed appropriately
Conduct performance evaluations that are timely and constructive
Lead weekly meetings and communicate goals and assignments
Handle and participate in investigating employee concerns
Identify and escalate all operational concerns to appropriate management
Determine labor needs to meet production goals
Hire, train, discipline, and onboard new staff
Periodic travel may be required
Perform other required duties as assigned