Transportation Manager II

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The Transportation Manager II effectively manages the dedicated fleet of a complex or multiple site operation and has full P&L responsibility. In addition, they will exceed customer expectations and developing additional business opportunities for NFI. The Transportation Manager is the person ultimately responsible for that operation(s) and oversees at least 50 drivers.

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Operations Management ul> li>Manages day-to-day operations of facilities and subordinate staff including managers, supervisors, coordinators, clerks, spotters, and drivers. li>Accountable for interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis regarding customer reviews and continuous improvement li>Develops and manages a comprehensive strategy for the project by shaping requirements, assessing deliverables and utilizing resources to help eliminate process problems. li>Plans long-term labor needs based on sales, forecasts and historical data li>Develops a strategic plan to ensure the efficient and cost effective operation and utilization of the equipment and personnel.
li>Oversees asset management, delivery/logistics, regulatory compliance, productivity improvement, planning and organization, problem solving, project management and communicating to top-level management li>Oversees and ensures all customer pick-up and delivery requirements are meeting customer standards li>Audits compliance of both internal and external SOP’s. li>Ensures that equipment is utilized in the most efficient manner li>Sources all avenues to grow revenue base with both dedicated and non-dedicated customers /ul> /li> li>
Financials ul> li>Responsible for facility P&L and budget preparation. li>Responsible to ensure audits all billing activity for accuracy. Properly signs and authorizes all purchase order requisitions, vouchers and customer billing. li>Reports out on locations financial and operational performance. li>Conducts monthly review of aging for accounts receivable and works closely with the Director and Corporate office to recover balances in a timely fashion.
li>Conducts annual review of customer contracts, determining and recommending annual increases to the Regional Vice-President and Director of Business Development. /ul> /li> li>
Employee Relations/Development ul> li>Communicates service issues, upcoming workload, and any other pertinent company information to appropriate personnel and customer li>Ensures proper staffing and support hiring initiatives li>Ensures all new employees are properly on-boarded; completing required paperwork and following a structured training schedule. li>Produces and effectively communicate department goals and individual performance goals that ensure the facility achieves operational success. li>Manages and maintains good human resources practices with direct reports, and adherence to established corporate and department policies and procedures li>Works with Human Resources to resolve employee relation issues, discipline actions, problem resolution and terminations.
li>Visits other projects and participates in department or company meetings, as necessary li>Provides feedback, coaching, guidance, and recognition to enhance other’s skill development. li>Plays an active role in employee development and talent selection. li>Acts as a role model for the department in support of corporate purpose, vision, and values. li>Provides regular coaching and feedback on performance, prepares and presents formal performance appraisals and make recommendations and approve annual compensation increases.
li>Exhibits a commitment to self-development by staying current on information, tools, and systems. li>Interacts and lends support to the other NFI operations /ul> /li> li>
Safety and Security ul> li>Coordinates all alarm-monitoring systems, if applicable li>Ensures the safe, clean and efficient operation of the work area to meet service standards li>Actively supports and participates in all safety initiatives li>Implements safety and sanitation schedules that ensure the site’s compliance with corporate, DOT, OSHA, FDA, AIB or ASI standards. li>Performs safety observations to coach employees on safety procedures li>Prevents associate incident and injury by overseeing accident investigations, assessing root cause analysis and implementing necessary improvements li>Responsible for the management of equipment and coordinates the maintenance of equipment with local vendor and/or Fleet partners.
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