Director of Transportation

The SYGMA Network; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The SYGMA Network seeks a Transportation Supervisor to oversee efficient delivery operations, monitor driver performance, and manage payroll and equipment records within a warehouse-based facility in California. You will ensure compliance with DOT regulations and optimize routes for cost-effective performance.

Candidate should have 5–8 years in transportation supervision, strong communication skills, and experience with Trip Master and TRUCKS routing systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–8 years of transportation supervisor experience.
• Excellent communication with vendors, shippers, customers and company personnel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor driver performance and plan transportation operations.
• Maintain records for driver pay, equipment maintenance and performance.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Schedule and coordinate transportation personnel and payroll.
• Review routing for efficiency and profitability.

Skills

Communication

Employee relations

Vendor coordination

Recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Trip Master software

TRUCKS routing system

Job description

Responsible for the efficient and timely delivery of the product to our customers, accomplished through thorough planning and an on-going process of monitoring driver performance, equipment condition and performance, and business volume, while effectively managing expenses in an ever-changing environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Closely monitor driver performance via the use of the trip master and other control features.
• Maintain detailed records of driver pay, equipment maintenance and equipment performance.
• Review driver logs and paperwork to ensure accuracy and adherence to policy and DOT regulations.
• Closely monitor equipment to ensure safe operation and minimize breakdowns.
• Order necessary parts and equipment used in driver performance of responsibilities.
• Review routing and make the necessary adjustments to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Hire, train, direct, and discipline transportation personnel to achieve the most effective use of human and physical assets.
• Plan and schedule assignments for the transportation personnel; process the weekly payroll.
• Verify vendor invoices and complete A/P (accounts payable) vouchers.
• Monitor trip records and fuel reports for mileage, fuel cost, and fuel economy.
• Monitor monthly expenses in relation to planning and make the necessary changes.
• Perform the necessary requirements of the Department of Transportation.
• Review backhauls to ensure profitability.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma/GED

Experience

• 5 – 8 years of transportation supervisor experience.
• 4 years of transportation experience.

Professional Skills

• Must possess good employee relations skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate clearly, primarily via telephone, with vendors, shippers, customers, and Company personnel.

Physical Demands

• Work is primarily sedentary in nature. Frequent standing and bending are required when checking equipment.
• A substantial portion of the day is spent on data entry.

Mental/Visual Demands

• Must be able to read text that is close and at a distance with or without correction.
• Must be able to perform manual tasks, hear, sit, reach, lift, and interact with others.
• Office is situated in the warehouse.
• Activities occur both inside (protection from weather conditions but not temperature changes) and outside.

Equipment Operated

• A calculator, copier, fax, PC, Microsoft Office applications, CRT, Trip Master software, TRUCKS routing system.