Transportation Manager

National DCP•Groveland, FL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Manager will ensure safe, legal, and timely delivery of freight to member stores throughout the assigned territory. The Transportation Manager provides direction and oversight of all transportation-related functions at his/her assigned territory and associated transportation hubs. This role may be on a route as needed for business operations. Schedule: Monday through Friday with occasional after-hours or weekends as needed.

Requirements

BS/BA preferred
5-7 years of multi-state transportation management experience in the food distribution industry
Demonstrated mastery of the Federal Motor Carrier Rules and Regulations
Knowledgeable of related OSHA standards and regulations
Proficient in Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Manhattan Active and SAP experience preferred.
On Board Computer System Experience required, Motive preferred.
Prior experience with routing software, Ortec preferred.
Experience with 3rd-party maintenance vendors
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities required
Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills required
Willing and able to work flexible/extended work schedules, as needed
Class A CDL preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for direction and coordination of route drivers to ensure maximum performance relative to product delivery, service, and good customer relations
Ensure customer complaints are investigated and resolved related to in-store service and delivery
Ensures full compliance with all company quality assurance standards
Develops annual cost savings initiatives that are aligned with the company's strategic plan
Manage the department’s annual operating budget and assist in cost analysis
Oversee the hiring, supervision, scheduling, and termination of personnel.
Effectively schedules, supervises, and directs transportation personnel
Monitors Driver performance weekly through Motive and Ortec. Counsels Drivers on performance issues and areas for improvement.
Creates a team-oriented environment by developing supervisors, conducting performance appraisals, and communicating updates to processes, procedures, and policies
Ensures that personnel understand and implement safety and regulatory policies and procedures
Manage fleet utilization, tracking status of vehicle/equipment, monitoring equipment on the Out of Service report, and holding all equipment service providers accountable for repairs identified within DVIRs and PM’s.
Ensures compliance with DOT hours of service by giving immediate feedback and taking corrective action when they become aware of HOS issues. Supervisors will utilize the NDCP standard disciplinary action outlined by the driver’s expectations that corresponds to the risk of the violation.
Works with the Safety Manager on proper safe driving techniques while using the Motive AI Cameras system to identify risky behaviors, proper lifting, and training in all required DOT regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned