Transportation Operations Manager at undefined

Pine State Beverage is currently searching for a Transportation Operations Manager.  In this position, you would be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all the activities related to the delivery operations at the Pine State Bangor Depot.  Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for the Warehouse Operations within the depot.   Priorities include warehouse & transportation safety, excellence in service, efficient routing, on-time dispatching, deliveries, and proper compliance.

Come join Pine State Beverage, a leading beverage distribution company in Maine and NH. We are a family-owned company looking to hire capable individuals to grow our talented and dedicated workforce. Pine State features a diverse work environment driven by our team of dedicated and talented employees. We value determination, work ethic and motivation.

Compensation:

• Competitive Salary 
• Monthly performance incentives
• Cell phone stipend
• Health Benefits (Benefit enrollment after 30 days of employment)
• 401k with employer match
• Paid vacation, sick, and holidays
• Training and career development

 Position Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Executive Director of Operation to promote continued growth.
• Schedule daily and seasonal delivery routes with a focus on transportation costs, minimum damaged product and inventory accuracy.
• Establish seasonal staffing level strategies and work with HR to fill open positions.
• Oversee building security, maintenance, and cleanliness.
• Negotiate vendor contracts and approve division operating expenses.
• Create and enforce training guidelines to ensure drivers are DOT compliant, customer service oriented, professional, and courteous and makes safety a top priority.     
• Communicate daily with Customer Service, Operations Management, Sales, Routing, and the Finance Department.
• Solve any issues revolving around employee misconduct, late deliveries, and customer complaints.
• Enforce accurate order verification with the customer, obtaining customer’s signature after verifying all transactions.
• Interact with other company departments daily, work with sales with regards to new and existing business requirements and to ensure that they are met.
• Ensure accurate order verification for all deliveries with a focus on payments and paperwork being submitted the day of the delivery. 
• Resolve all delivery issues with assistance from Customer Service, Sales, and Director of Operations.
• Ride with Drivers on a regular basis to evaluate performance and identify training opportunities. 
• Work with the Fleet Manager and Executive Director of Operations to ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained fleet.  
• Utilize routing software and driver input to improve on time deliveries and to create the most efficient routing strategy.
• Report all incidents immediately to the Safety Manager, Fleet Manager, and Executive Director of Operations.
• Review the accuracy of time clock punches and trip sheets for payroll purposes.
• All other duties assigned by the Executive Director of Operations.

 Qualifications:

• Proven work experience as a Transportation Manager, Operations Manager, or similar role.
• Solid knowledge of all areas of the supply chain, budgets, and financial controls.
• Familiarity with logistics software.
• Excellent problem solving, organization and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office and inventory database systems.
• Strong ability to positively lead and mentor direct reports. 
• Ability to positively communicate effectively both orally and in writing with internal/external people.
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to work extended hours.
• Must currently live within 30 miles of Bangor Maine.

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