Transportation Manager

Manages and coordinates the daily operations of a transportation network including safety, compliance, equipment, and staff. Implements operational policies and procedures to ensure safety and efficiency in all transportation activities. Monitors transportation costs, service level agreements, and performance metrics to identify and resolve problems and achieve efficiencies. Partners with internal and external stakeholders to meet forecasted capacity needs. Manages relations with customers to ensure the achievement of required service levels.

Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets.

• Direct Management of all DSD (Direct Store Delivery) operations
• Manage all drivers and staff
• Scheduling all staff accordingly
• Maintain effective communications with all customers
• Responsible for driving routes as much as needed and scheduling your hours accordingly
• Responsible for maintaining DSD fleet for operation and safety
• Be proactive with customers, identify and prevent issues from becoming a problem
• Consult with HR on the resolution of difficult employee relations issues and provide strong direction on counseling, termination, policy interpretation, and general HR issues and decisions based on knowledge of employment laws.
• Proactively identify and correct unsafe conditions, work processes, and behaviors.
• Proactively monitor and correct all unsafe driver related behaviors working directly with the Safety Manager

• High school graduate or equivalent. associate or bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Working knowledge of office equipment (computer systems, phones, printers, etc.)
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Excellent communication skills and customer service background.
• Willingness to travel as needed
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in Management and/or team leadership
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Demonstrated good decision making and problem-solving skills.