Manager, Assistant Transportation

Location: Gordonsville

Manager, Assistant Transportation

WALMART GORDONVILLE VA

Monday
- Friday 9-6

Position open to remote:
No

Who We Are:

Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation's largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn't tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It's the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise-both to our customers, and our people.

When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that's what we call the POWER OF U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress?

Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you're passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond.

Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

* Medical, Dental and Vision

* Vacation, Sick, & Personal time

* Paid Holidays

* Paid Parental Leave

* Tuition Reimbursement

* On-site work out facility

What You'll Do:

Responsible for the site operation at the customer's location; this includes driver, office, and customer related issues. Assists Transportation Manager to help create a sense of partnership between the customer and USX.

* Manages equipment utilization.

* Manages all aspects related to drivers.

* Manages office staff personnel.

* Provides on-time service.

* Assists Transportation Manager with the following:

* Customer shipping needs

* Accounting for all shipments via a weekly service report.

* Developing a sense of trust and integrity with the customer.

* Assuring all fleet maintenance programs are current on tractors and trailers.

* Documenting and communicating all service related issues.

* Analyzing volume figures to forecast surges in business.

* Reviewing all credit, collection, and aging reports to increase cash flow.

* Coordinating lot checks and review for stale trailers/

* Performs job performance evaluations and takes necessary actions to assure employees are working at capacity.

* Ensures customer service and on-time delivery are achieved.

* Participate in rotational off-site on-call duty (possible nights/weekends).

Performs any other duties assigned based on customer or business needs

What We're Looking For:

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience required. Equivalent years of experience are defined as one year of professional experience for each year of college requested.

Experience

* Minimum of 4 to 5 years of retail or logistics experience required.

Skills/Certifications

* Knowledge of regulations impacting daily operations (DOT hours of service).

* Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

* Proficient in Word and Excel.

* Able to think "outside the box".

* Must be able to adapt to policy and operational changes.

* Willing to get involved and be assertive.

Takes initiative and understands the distribution process.

Work Environment /

Physical Requirements - Normal office settings.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.

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