Transportation Manager

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Transportation Full-time Regular MANAGER NEW ORLEANS, LA, Elmwood, LA, US

Imperial Trading Co., LLC is looking for a highly motivated and skilled Transportation Manager to join and lead the Bossier City, LA Team! Skilled applicants will oversee and work in conjunction with Supervisors, Drivers and office personnel. The primary function of this position is to lead in facilitating the delivery of convenient store products and oversee clerical and operational support to the Transportation Department in the best interest of its customers.

We are proud that our Company has been in business for more than 100 years and continues expand as one of the nation's largest food distributors. It is an exciting time to join the Imperial Team!

What We Offer Competitive Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance

Minimum Requirements for a Transportation Manager:

• 6 years of Management experience is required;
• Valid Class A CDL Driver's License preferred;
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or related field preferred but experience may substitute;
• Three to five years of experience in transportation industry required;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software;
• Proficient with or able to quickly learn software systems used for tracking and billing freight operations.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Primary purpose is to manage all aspects of equipment, personnel, DOT guidelines, procedures for efficient routing and delivery of product to customers;

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES: Additional duties, which are necessary to carry out the function of the Transportation Manager, may be assigned and are incorporated by reference into this job description;

• Responsible for the direct and indirect supervision of employees including, but not limited to, interviewing, training, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, disciplining, addressing complaints and resolving issues;
• Advises supervisors and staff on labor issues including safety, security, employee relations, scheduling, training, grievances, etc.; ensures managers and supervises are adhering to company policy and administering practices in fair and equitable manner while considering safety as the primary component of transportation;
• Manage every aspect of leading and managing transportation department and/or assisting other Transportation Department personnel at other Imperial Distribution Centers as well as interaction with counterparts in warehouse(s);
• Ensure proper staffing and routing to minimize overall cost of department while providing excellent service to customers and adhering to all DOT guidelines;
• Responsible for timely and accurate driver deliveries of all product/merchandise or equipment to any customer or company affiliate;
• Responsible for the accuracy and legibility of driver paperwork/documents;
• Responsible for ensuring personnel are wearing the proper uniforms while upholding a professional appearance when representing the company;
• Responsible for accurate accounting of delivery paper to include all required documentation and secured and accurate collection of cash, checks or other forms of payment by drivers as approved by Accounts Receivable;
• Responsible for maintaining warehouse operations/transportation files and providing the executive office with copies of all contracts/certificate of insurance, discipline, accident reports, etc. for placement in company vault;
• Responsible for following up on various forms/checklists and that are utilized by transportation…