Blue Line Distribution
logistics
TransportationManager
“Transportation Manager at Blue Line Distribution. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, DOT compliance, FDA compliance, OSHA compliance, fleet maintenance. lead the transportation department in strategic and day-to-day activities. managing schedules and routes”
What You'll Achieve.
productivity goals and standards; industry-leading quality service; lowest total distribution cost per case; high customer service ratings
Industry & Context.
Assure the most efficient delivery schedule that satisfies customer delivery needs while ensuring the lowest total distribution cost per case; Develop and implement policies and procedures that increase efficiencies of the department that meet or exceed customer expectations, resulting in high customer service ratings
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience within the transportation industry, including managing drivers, routes, fleet maintenance and operating expenses, understanding of DOT, FDA, and OSHA, CSA compliance requirements, company policies and all national and state regulations and the ability to enforce them, Proficient in software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes, experience with onboard systems such as PeopleNet and DirectRoute to maximize driver route efficiency, developing and adhering to department metrics, fleet maintenance
Nice to Have
equivalent of 8 years supervisory experience in the transportation industry
What You'll Do.
lead the transportation department in strategic and day-to-day activities
managing schedules and routes
creating and managing transportation goals identified in the strategic plan
responsible for productivity goals and standards
DOT compliance and safety
provide industry-leading quality service
Assure the most efficient delivery schedule that satisfies customer delivery needs while ensuring the lowest total distribution cost per case
Develop and implement policies and procedures that increase efficiencies of the department that meet or exceed customer expectations
resulting in high customer service ratings
and train transportation supervisors
Manage the monitoring of driver routes
stops and deliveries and ensure that all required logs are accurate and completed on time
Plan a minimum three driver meetings annually to communicate company/department initiatives
provide training and update routes
Coach and develop transportation supervisors
including conducting performance management reviews and progressive disciplinary steps as necessary
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
open-door policy to ensure open lines of communication with colleagues; respond to colleague issues or questions in a timely manner; communicate company/department initiatives
Communication Scope
open lines of communication
Process & Methodology
creating and managing transportation goals identified in the strategic plan
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