SUMMARY
Transportation Manager is responsible for directing and overseeing transportation – related operations within the organization. Accountable for supervising daily operations, monitoring performance, identifying safety issues, and resolving conflicts of a multi-temperature, technology-driven warehouse with a focus on safety, efficiency, and productivity. They also assist in the training and development of transportation personnel.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or in a related field preferred.
• Or 10 plus years of experience within the transportation industry or fleet management.
• Prior managing or owner operator experience for issues with legalities, finance and logistical support surrounding transportation a plus.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Excellent time management skills regarding staff priorities.
• Customer oriented, maintaining relations with carriers and drivers.
• Financial abilities including the management of revenues and rate calculations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide Logistical and Transport services for the company nationwide.
• Manage associates within the Transportation Department furnishing transport and Logistical solutions for Company.
• Work hand in hand with shipping/receiving to maximize productivity regarding the scheduling of transport delivering and picking up products from various points throughout the United States.
• Work closely with Customer Service resolving issues with short lead orders, revisions and equipment availability.
• Communicates constantly with production scheduling regarding issues with product availability and their needs for incoming materials.
• Provide an open door for Buyers providing access to transport for their incoming material needs.
• Researching transportation costs and methods and opportunities to improve network efficiency
• Communicating with production managers about the status of incoming supplies
• Writing policies for handling transportation issues and delayed shipments
• Investigating lost product and mis-shipments, developing solutions
• Scheduling employees in transportation roles
• Developing transportation routes
• Creating a timeline for each part of the transportation cycle
• Analyzing information about delivery times and expenses to minimize future costs
• Managing and reporting shipping and delivery times and costs
• Maintain Transportation and Carrier files and update accordingly to ensure Company a safe and compliant carrier base.
• In the absence of the Transportation Manager the Transportation Supervisor will be responsible for his/her job functions and responsibilities.
• Perform or assist with any operations, as required or directed, to maintain work flow or respond to production requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring food safety, food defense and compliance with federal, state, local, & other appropriate regulatory laws or guidelines.
• Must be able to work additional hours or beyond standard schedule with little or no notice.
• Performs other duties assigned as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Will manage, train, evaluate, and oversee Transportation Clerks.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department’s area of responsibility; schedules and organizes
staff to ensure proper staffing of all shifts.
• Hires and trains new employees within their area of responsibility.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• OSHA Safety Certification
• Commercial Drivers’ License
• Certified Supply Chain Professional
• Hazmat Transportation Safety
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Determining timeframe: Never = 0 hours daily; Occasionally = 3 hours daily; Frequently = 3-6 hours daily; Constantly > 6 hours daily
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear; climb stairs and/or ladders. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Be able to stand for at least an eight to twelve (8-12) hour period.
• Be able to lift, carry, handle and grasp at least 35 lbs (Constantly)
• Be able to lift, carry, handle and grasp at least 50 lbs (Occasionally)
• Be able to push and pull a wheeled pallet jack or rack to move items weighing up to 400 lbs.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist up to 50 lbs (Occasionally)