Manager, Transportation

Maersk•Carteret, NJ

About The Position

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, valuing the trust built with customers and employees. Our focus on people distinguishes us and fosters customer loyalty. Performance Team specializes in end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics, leveraging a strategic network of storage facilities capable of receiving, storing, processing, and dispatching cargo. This approach builds flexibility and resilience into the supply chain, preparing for risks and optimizing distribution to meet lead times and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across various sectors, industries, and transportation modes ensure process excellence, saving time and money. The Transportation Manager is responsible for the overall performance of all activities related to fleet and driver operations management. This role involves planning, organizing, directing, and controlling customer delivery activities, and assisting senior management in establishing performance objectives and safety standards. The individual is accountable for achieving company objectives in safety, cost, productivity, accuracy, and customer service.

Requirements

Must have knowledge of all National and State DOT laws and FMCSA regulations.
Experience in building and managing Drivers and dispatchers

Nice To Haves

TMW, Four kites, and Event Capture Device Motive system knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

Manage and closely monitor owner/operator and company drivers in a fast-paced environment.
Responsible for the oversight of dispatchers on multiple shifts
Responsible for controlling driver and department costs, including shift schedules
Expected to perform at 99.5% on time performance.
Ensure that work is rotated among all drivers.
Understand all customer pickup and delivery procedures.
Must be able to perform routing planning for store delivery
Ensure that Drivers are continuously reminded to drive safely and be aware of their surroundings during pickup and delivery procedures.
Be able to react to emergency or urgent situations as they occur and follow emergency and/or accident company protocol.
Perform other duties as assigned
Directly supervises 30+ employees within MGF Operations Full Truck Load Transportation.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising office staff performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.