Transportation Manager

AirReps•WALLER, TX

12d

About The Position

The transportation manager is in charge of planning, directing, and coordinating all the activities related to transportation operations within an organization or company. He or she directs activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking transportation vehicles. Also has to direct the procurement processes, including equipment research and testing, vendor contracts, and requisitions approval.

Requirements

Computer system knowledge and basic transportation skills required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Familiar with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Geography knowledge is a must.
Transportation skills required.
Ability to apply good judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job.
5 years of Logistics experience.
High School Diploma.
People Management: Yes

Nice To Haves

PKMS-MINCRON or MAPICS experience preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or Supply Chain preferred.

Responsibilities

Serves as a contact point for all workers within a particular area.
Investigates, verifies and resolves customer or shipper complaints.
Implements schedule and policy changes.
Works with other managers and staff members in order to make and implement policies, processes and objectives.
Monitors operations in order to ensure that staff members comply with the company rules, safety procedures and government regulations.
Monitors spending to make sure expenses are consistent with the approved budgets.
Directs and coordinates activities of the operations department in order to obtain the use of equipment, facilities and human resources.
Supervises the staff that performs repairs and maintains equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
Responsible for weekly and monthly reports required by the controller.
Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs.