Transportation Manager

Lexington, KY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

High school graduate or equivalent. associate or bachelors 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

Strong organizational skills

Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Demonstrated good decision making and problem-solving skills.

Required Experience:

Manager