Zone Transportation Manager - Irving, TX
About The Position
The Zone Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing distribution operations at distribution locations. This position is located in Irving, TX and reports to the Vice President of Transportation Operations. The Zone Transportation Manager fosters a safe working environment and works with drivers and peers to maintain safety standards in the field. Facilitates and maintains all driver training files. Responsible for the safe and efficient distribution of products. Ensures all drivers and equipment comply with regulations published by the Department of Transportation. Oversees equipment maintenance to maximize utilization and life expectancy. Accountable for Distribution Manager activities such as managing all parts, fuel, and material purchasing and inventory tracking. Responsible for overseeing and auditing weekly driver payroll. Maintains and forecasts direct and third party carrier costs. Works cooperatively with the Logistics Center to ensure the highest level of customer service to our customers. Researches service and safety issues and participates in the root cause analysis.
Requirements
- Must be able to work in a fast paced, sometimes stressful environment.
- Must be computer literate and have experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Previous transportation experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Foster safe working environment and work with drivers and peers to maintain safety standards in the field.
- Facilitate and maintain all driver training files.
- Responsible for the safe and efficient distribution of products.
- Ensure all drivers and equipment complies with regulations published by the Department of Transportation.
- Oversee equipment maintenance to maximize utilization and life expectancy.
- Accountable for Distribution Manager activities such as managing all parts, fuel, and material purchasing and inventory tracking.
- Responsible for overseeing and auditing weekly driver payroll.
- Maintain and forecast direct and third party carrier costs.
- Work cooperatively with the Logistics Center to ensure the highest level of customer service to our customers.
- Research service and safety issues and participate in the root cause analysis.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
