Delivery Manager

Adams Beverages Nc Llc•Dothan, AL

10d•$70,000 - $74,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Delivery Manager's primary objective is to manage the performance and processes involved with the delivery department of the assigned area. With proper development, the Delivery Manager can expect opportunities to move into roles such as Operations Manager. This role requires understanding the entire product portfolio and participating in executive, management, and company staff meetings, as well as other meetings and seminars. Continued education programs are necessary, including Encompass training, safety training, and continuous DOT/safety requirement classes.

Requirements

Possess and maintain a clean and valid Driver’s License for a minimum of 60 months.
Possess an ABC permit for the purpose of peddling alcoholic products.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Marketing or Organizational Management is required.
Some college course work completed may be accepted with significant (5-10 years) delivery experience with management duties.
Proficient in Encompass software.
Excellent Customer service skills.
Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
Excellent computer skills, enthusiastic, team player interested in positive company growth.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and valid Driver’s License for a minimum of 60 months.
Communicate orally or in written form effectively with co-management, internal, and external customers.
Execute the hiring process (interviewing, onboarding, paperwork) to ensure right fit for job.
Manage all accident reporting.
Engage and develop Area Delivery Managers to deliver results by communicating company goals, expectations, and deadlines.
Communicate continuous improvement methods while maintaining company focus goals.
Teach, coach, and train Area Delivery Managers on processes and procedures to maximize profit and productivity.
Ensure all internal audit guidelines are followed.
Monitor key business indicators. Develop action plan to increase productivity gains and decrease shrink.
Establish behaviors that ensure safe working environment and ensures all Area Delivery Managers and Drivers are trained on safe working techniques.
Schedule/allocate relief help to ensure all routes are covered.
Distribute uniforms and ensure everyone is adhering to uniform policy.
Weekly truck inspections (cleanliness, operating conditions).
Manage truck operations (pre-trip/post-trip Inspections daily).
Manage delivery hours (14 Hour Rule).
Ensure all equipment is in working conditions (printers, sleds, pallet jacks, hand trucks) and assigned to each driver.
Conduct weekly safety meetings.
Dynamic routing as needed (on-premise routing) in tight geographic area.
Maintain a close working relationship with Sales and Warehouse Managers, as well as with Fleet Maintenance team.
Demonstrate the ability to anticipate and solve practical problems or resolve issues.
Utilize Encompass software proficiently.
Provide excellent customer service.
Utilize excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
Utilize excellent computer skills, demonstrate enthusiasm, be a team player interested in positive company growth.