Quality Control Manager - Delivery & Installation (Final Mile)

The Suddath Companies•West Columbia, SC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Quality Control Manager is responsible for monitoring delivery and installation performance across independent contractor teams to ensure services are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with customer requirements and company standards. This position conducts ride-alongs and job checks, verifies contractor qualifications and compliance requirements, assists with contractor onboarding and training, supports claims investigations, and monitors service performance metrics to promote a consistent customer experience and successful delivery outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in transportation, logistics, final mile delivery, appliance installation, or related operations.
Minimum two (2) years of experience supporting appliance delivery and installation operations required.
Experience working with independent contractor delivery and installation teams is preferred.
Valid driver's license is required.
Must meet company vehicle insurance requirements.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Operates with a customer service mentality.
Ability to manage time effectively and consistently meet deadlines.
Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate flexibility and patience.
Ability to represent the company in a professional manner.
Excellent organization, communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under minimal supervision and with a strong sense of self-motivation.
Ability to lead and manage a team.
Ability to sufficiently read, speak, and write English to understand and give directions, and to complete paperwork accurately.
Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment as dictated by the duties of the job and perform data entry and typing functions.

Responsibilities

Ensure all delivery teams are properly qualified, documented, and checked in prior to daily route departure; proactively resolve credentialing, compliance, equipment, or readiness issues that could impact service execution.
Conduct ride-alongs, drive-behinds, and installation checks to evaluate delivery, installation, and customer service performance.
Ensure deliveries and installations are completed in accordance with customer requirements, company standards, and quality expectations.
Monitor delivery and installation KPIs, including route completion, service failures, dropped routes, reschedules, installation quality, and customer satisfaction.
Partner with contractors, customer leadership, and operations leadership to address performance concerns, reduce service disruptions, and improve execution.
Assist with the recruitment and onboarding of independent contractor delivery teams, ensuring that all qualification requirements are met prior to operating.
Provide coaching and training on delivery procedures, installation requirements, customer service expectations, and quality standards.
Conduct site visits related to customer complaints, property damage claims, service issues, and escalated concerns.
Partner with the Claims team to investigate incidents, gather documentation, and support claims resolution activities.
Follow up with customers regarding delivery, installation, service, and claims-related concerns.
Assist with deliveries and installations as needed to support operational requirements.
Maintain required records, contractor documentation, and performance reporting.