Transportation Manager

SUMMARY Supervise all aspects of the transportation of the donated goods, to and from the various stores, DX locations as well as the Hubs. Major duties include monitoring and coordinating truck schedules, supervise and monitor maintenance of the transportation, fleet and service vehicles, warehouse and salvage equipment, and ensure proper compliance of all Department of Transportation regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES
1. Maintain records of compliance of all Department of Transportation, OSHA and CARF standards and requirements.
2. Monitor and work with Retail Management and staff to improve operational and performance metrics. Provide recommendations and coordinate project implementation for transportation and logistics cost reductions.
3. Identify and participate in industry and other professional networks to ensure awareness of social, economic and industry trends that may affect the business or direction of the organizations objectives, policies and programs.
4. Design, establish, and maintain staffing and organizational structure to effectively accomplish the functions of transportation department; recruit, employ, supervise, and evaluate departmental staff. Direct the implementation of management development skills training, and safety training.
5. Manage the performance of the transportation employees with emphasis on productivity, efficiency, and delivery service. Responsible for writing all performance evaluations for both CDL and Non CDL driver employees at Hubs.
6. Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities and customer satisfaction opportunities.
7. Schedule, supervise and coordinate established policy involving handling, shipping and storage of donated goods.
8. Schedule and coordinate the pickup and delivery of external donations including but not limited to Hotels, Cruise lines, local businesses etc.
9. Monitor established truck schedules to ensure timely and efficient delivery of product and material to designated locations.
10. Schedule and monitor all department hours to ensure cost effective operation.
11. Manage the safe operation and maintenance of assigned vehicles, warehouse and salvage equipment.
12. Assure that good housekeeping, security and safety practices are observed in all related areas.
13. Maintain well-groomed appearance and appropriate dress code, including name badge.
14. Source products and services to ensure 100% operational capability as well as reduce costs associated with such.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES
1. Create reports as requested by the Director of Logistics and Aftermarket.
2. Provide inter-departmental training.
3. Procure bids for maintenance, equipment and miscellaneous purchases for the warehouse, salvage, fleet and service vehicles within the transportation arena.
4. Perform a minimum of 3 check rides on a monthly basis. Provide feedback of check rides to the direct manager.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES The list below is representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability utilized while performing this job.
1. Ability to adhere to the organization’s Core Principles.
2. Knowledge of Warehouse layout, material handling, transportation scheduling, salvage operations, textiles and hard goods production.
3. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office programs to include, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
4. Knowledge of production, inventory and quality control and ability to compile and analyze data for reporting systems.
5. Knowledge of management and accounting techniques.
6. Ability to work independently with minimal instruction and or direction.
7. Ability to problem solve department issues and make recommendations for problems and department improvement.
8. Maintain a proper and professional attitude when…