
Transportation Manager bei Famous Supply
Famous Supply · Columbus, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Columbus
The Transportation Manager is responsible for leading the planning, development, implementation and servicing of vendor, customer and branch delivery shipments with a focus on Customer Service Excellence. The qualified candidate will directly and indirectly supervise the transportation staff and driving team of 20 associates. The role requires a thorough understanding of all DOT, Federal and State transportation regulations and oversee safety initiatives. They implement change, and perform all other duties as assigned.
Annual Salary: $60,000-$70,000+ based on experience.
Position hours: 6:00am-3:00pm
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Maintains truck fleet in a safe and cost-effective manner in accordance with company and governmental standards including the management of vehicle registration, permitting, inspecting and associated tax fees.
- Develop, maintain and deliver drivers’ orientation and ongoing training, including conducting regular safety meetings.
- Will lead a team of 15+ drivers, conduct monthly 1-2-1s, and is expected to actively mentor and coach his/her employees.
- Directs the investigation of accidents or unsafe conditions through coordination with the Human Resource safety team.
- Oversees and direct the management of all fuel purchases and driver performance activities for optimizing truck efficiencies.
- Understanding of the delivery planning process for all Famous Delivery branches using Famous Logistics Systems (FLS) to ensure driver routes are performed and executed to meet Customer delivery expectations.
- Responsible for performance of FLS in support of Branch and Distribution Center performance objectives. Conducts root-cause analysis on performance gaps taking appropriate action to prevent future occurrences.
- Collaborates with other Famous team leaders in the development of continuous improvement initiative for providing optimal delivery solutions to Customers. To include at least one trip monthly on a Famous delivery route.
- Monitors industry trends and regulations that may impact the organization.
- Oversees and manages the compliance, audit and record keeping activities for all Federal & State Department of Transportation regulations and other safety standards.
- Needs to have the ability to route and cover shifts for 2 routers’ if needed.
- Document any Associate issues with regards to performance, teamwork, production, or other measurable areas.
Required Experience and Skills
- Routing experience
- Strong communication and problem solving skills
- Leadership experience
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Availability for after hour emergency support on an as needed basis via phone
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Experience with Omnitracs
- Forklift experience
- Building industry experience and requisite product knowledge
- Experience working managing a large fleet of Drivers on multiple shifts