Team Leader, Transportation Operations

Inotiv•Frederick, MD

23h

About The Position

The Team Leader, Transportation Operations will oversee the Distribution Center to include warehouse and logistics responsibilities. They will report to the site Distribution Center Manager to ensure timely and accurate operations for the site. Provide support for customers and site employees to proactively address concerns and solve complaints. This job contributes to organizational success by: Daily duties include overseeing all daily activities, assigning staff duties Responsibility for the facility to ensure functioning to the applicable regulations and company SOPs Overseeing company vehicles and ensuring operating in compliance with US DOT regulations Guiding and motivating associates to enable them to work together and ensure they’re delivering excellent customer service Instill a safe working environment mindset Respond to off-hour emergency calls when needed Process, pick and stage customer orders, track shipments and answer inquiries on a timely basis, to ensure transport expectations are met Drive delivery routes as needed Other duties as assigned This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience. The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level. Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity. Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen. Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world. Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more! Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training. At Inotiv, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to equality, opportunity, and diversity, and treating our colleagues with the dignity and respect they deserve. We strive to ensure that our people achieve their full potential, and that they enjoy a rewarding career with us. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. We’re looking for people who will help us grow and support our shared purpose: to help our clients discover and develop life-changing therapies for people around the world. As a leading contract research organization (CRO), Inotiv supports discovery and nonclinical development through investigational new drug (IND) and beyond. By leveraging our deep expertise and scientific capabilities, we help you increase efficiency, improve data, and reduce the cost of taking new drugs to market. By providing critical research models and related services, we help researchers realize the full potential of their R&D projects, all while working together to build a healthier and safer world. We hope you consider our opportunities and a future with Inotiv!

Requirements

CDL-C minimum requirement w/DOT medical card
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize responsibilities under extremely busy conditions
Strong knowledge of computer and data entry processes; Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook
Professional communication skills required must be able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels and be able to build interpersonal relationships
Able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be willing to work various shifts as needed

Nice To Haves

Knowledge, familiarity and experience with inventory planning controls preferred
Desire to learn and perform new responsibilities
Forklift experience preferred
Knowledge of or ability to learn DOT rules and regulations preferred
One year of transport experience
Experience with Samsara preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the Distribution Center to include warehouse and logistics responsibilities
Report to the site Distribution Center Manager to ensure timely and accurate operations for the site
Provide support for customers and site employees to proactively address concerns and solve complaints
Overseeing all daily activities, assigning staff duties
Responsibility for the facility to ensure functioning to the applicable regulations and company SOPs
Overseeing company vehicles and ensuring operating in compliance with US DOT regulations
Guiding and motivating associates to enable them to work together and ensure they’re delivering excellent customer service
Instill a safe working environment mindset
Respond to off-hour emergency calls when needed
Process, pick and stage customer orders, track shipments and answer inquiries on a timely basis, to ensure transport expectations are met
Drive delivery routes as needed
Other duties as assigned