Transportation Manager

Werner Enterprises; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transportation industry is seeking a Transportation Manager to oversee daily operations, maintain driver relations, and ensure customer satisfaction. The role involves optimizing loads, managing driver needs, and collaborating with various departments to meet key performance indicators. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in fleet management.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Plans

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of fleet management or transportation experience preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year of supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain driver relationships and optimize driver loads.
• Interface with various departments like billing, customer service, and maintenance.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Management Ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin, Marketing or Transportation/Logistics

Tools

Computer Terminal

Satellite Communications System

Job description

The Transportation Manager is responsible for day to day Transportation operations, which include

maintaining driver relations and all customer service functions needed to ensure customer

satisfaction. The operational functions include revenue generation (headhaul / backhaul), safety, equipment maintenance monitoring, and driver payroll. This must be accomplished in conjunction with meeting the key performance indicators (KPI’s) established by the Dedicated Logistics Manager, Operations Manager and our Customer.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain driver relationships through understanding and meeting driver needs. These needs include, but are not limited to home time, payroll, utility, equipment breakdowns, logging violations, equipment issues, etc. This is done using our operating systems, customer operating systems, driver telematics communications, face to face communication and phone/text communication.
• Partner with the Dedicated and Associate Logistics Managers to optimize driver loads based on origin, destination, type of freight, number of miles, stops, directions, etc. with driver needs and availability.
• Understand and adhere to our customer’s dynamics service expectations, goals, and initiatives as they relate to improving value for the Customer and Werner.
• Interface with various departments such as billing, vans, customer service, risk, safety, payroll, fuel, maintenance, and external vendors.
• Work closely with the Dedicated Logistics Manager and/or the Operations Manager to fill and maintain a full board of drivers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Dedicated Logistics Manager.
• Timely and regular attendance according to the scheduled shift as determined by supervisory personnel.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree (Business Admin, Marketing or Transportation/Logistics) and/or two to three years of fleet management or transportation experience in the truckload industry preferred.

• Six months to one year of supervisory experience preferred.

• Strong organizational skills, proven management ability, and skill in operating a computer terminal

and satellite communications system required.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $56,300.40 - $75,067.20 annualized salary. Offers determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan with a company match, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.

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